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A WILDERNESS WAY

Manchester

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GBP 59,000

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Job summary

A children's care organization in Cumbria seeks a Registered Service Manager to lead two solo occupancy homes. The ideal candidate will have experience managing children's homes and excel in trauma-informed leadership. This role offers a competitive salary up to £58,344, a £5,000 welcome bonus, and various benefits including relocation support and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

£5,000 Welcome Bonus
Up to £58,344 salary
Private Medical Insurance
Pension & Life Assurance
Career Progression Opportunities
Exclusive Retail & Lifestyle Discounts

Qualifications

  • Minimum 12 months' experience managing a children's home.
  • Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team.
  • Solid knowledge of SCCIF, Children's Homes Regs & Quality Standards.
  • Full UK driving licence and access to transport.
  • Resilient, trauma-informed leadership style with genuine heart.

Responsibilities

  • Run two solo occupancy homes, shaping safe, structured spaces for children who need time to heal.
  • Lead from the front - recruit, develop and inspire an exceptional team.
  • Build homes that exceed Ofsted expectations and meet every child's unique needs.
  • Drive collaboration with external professionals to achieve outstanding outcomes.
  • Embed therapeutic care, high standards and stability from day one.

Skills

Leadership
Team Development
Trauma-Informed Care
Relationship Building

Education

Level 5 Diploma (or working towards)
Job description

Two Solo Homes. One Powerful Mission. Are You Ready to Lead?

Registered Service Manager - Solo homes

This role is based in Cumbria

£5,000 Welcome Bonus - T&Cs ApplyRelocation package of up to £8,000 - T&Cs Apply

At Wilderness Way, we don't just run children's homes - we transform lives. We're looking for a bold, compassionate Registered Service Manager to lead a registering solo homes for up to 2 children, supporting one child at a time with 2:1 care.This is not your average management role. This is leadership where it counts - where trauma-informed care meets real purpose, and where your decisions change lives, fast.

What You'll Do:
  • Run two solo occupancy homes, shaping safe, structured spaces for children who need time to heal
  • Lead from the front - recruit, develop and inspire an exceptional team
  • Build homes that exceed Ofsted expectations and meet every child's unique needs
  • Drive collaboration with external professionals to achieve outstanding outcomes
  • Embed therapeutic care, high standards and stability from day one
What's In It For You:
  • £5,000 Welcome Bonus (paid in instalments - terms and conditions apply)
  • Salary: Up to £58,344 (based on experience & qualifications)
  • 33 Days Holiday loyalty days at 2 & 5 years
  • Relocation package available of up to £8,000 (terms and conditions apply)
  • Monday-Friday, 9-5 with flexibility when needed
  • Private Medical Insurance, 24/7 GP, Medicash, gym discounts, dental/optical cashback
  • £1,000 Referral Bonuses monthly Hero Awards
  • Career Progression: Coaching, qualifications & pathways in a growing, values-led organisation
  • Pension & Life Assurance (2x salary)
  • Exclusive Retail & Lifestyle Discounts
What You'll Bring:
  • Minimum 12 months' experience managing a children's home
  • Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team
  • Solid knowledge of SCCIF, Children's Homes Regs & Quality Standards
  • Level 5 Diploma (or working towards)
  • Full UK driving licence and access to transport
  • Resilient, trauma-informed leadership style with genuine heart
Why Wilderness Way?

Because we do things differently. Our services are small, specialist, and high-impact. We believe in relationships over routines, and in giving our leaders the tools and freedom to create real change.We live by our values: Collaboration. Adaptability. Respect. Empathy. And we back it up with investment in people, homes, and the future.

Ready to take the lead?

Click 'Apply Now' or email to start your journey with us.

All roles at Wilderness Way are subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including references, an enhanced DBS, and online/social media screening for successful candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, experience, or protected characteristics.

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