Residential Children's Home Manager

Flow Sports Personnel Ltd; Redhill; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Social Care operator in Redhill is seeking a Registered Manager for their new Children's Care Home. This role involves overseeing the day-to-day management and development of the service, ensuring that high standards of care are provided for children aged 9-15. The ideal candidate will hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management and have significant experience working with children with emotional and behavioral difficulties. This position offers the opportunity to create a safe and supportive environment that promotes children's wellbeing and education.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a management/deputy management role within a children’s residential home.
• At least 3 years’ experience working directly with children and young people with EBD and complex needs.
• Experience of setting up or developing a new home.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management and development of the children's care home.
• Ensure high standards of care are provided to children aged 9-15.
• Create a safe and nurturing environment that promotes positive outcomes.

Skills

Leadership and Management

Childcare experience

Safeguarding knowledge

Trauma-informed care

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Relevant degree (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Childcare)

Job description

Our client is a leading Social Care operator. They currently have an exciting opportunity and are looking to recruit a Registered Manager for their new Children's Care Home, based in Redhill, Surrey.

Purpose of Role

The Registered Manager will be the Ofsted-registered leader for our clients Children's Care Home, responsible for the day-to‑day running, management, and development of the service. The role involves ensuring high standards of care and support are provided to children aged 9-15 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), in line with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015, the Quality Standards, and relevant safeguarding legislation. The post-holder will create a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment that promotes positive outcomes, emotional stability, education, and life opportunities for children.

Person Specification

Qualifications:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Evidence of continued professional development.

• Relevant degree (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Childcare).
• Additional training in safeguarding, therapeutic approaches, or trauma‑informed care.

Experience:

• Minimum 2 years’ recent experience in a management/deputy management role within a children’s residential home.
• At least 3 years’ experience working directly with children and young people with EBD and complex needs.
• Demonstrated success in managing inspections and achieving positive Ofsted outcomes.

• Experience of setting up or developing a new home.
• Experience in managing budgets and resources effectively.