Residential Home Manager

Sgscare; North Hertfordshire; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonuses

Company vehicle (for dual registration)

32–35 days annual leave

Supportive, collaborative team environment

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact

Job summary

A children's home provider in North Hertfordshire seeks an experienced Residential Home Manager to lead a small home. Responsibilities include managing staff, care planning, and safeguarding for children aged 11-17 with emotional and behavioral difficulties. The ideal candidate will have a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and at least 2 years of relevant experience. This role offers competitive salary, bonus potential, and significant professional growth opportunities in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience working with children (last 5 years), including at least 1 year in a senior/management role.
• Willingness to work towards Level 5 Diploma if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Lead small children’s homes with purpose and compassion.
• Manage staff, care planning, safeguarding, and compliance.
• Develop constructive working relationships in the community.

Skills

Supervision or management experience in a residential children’s home

Experience working with children, young people, and families

Knowledge of inter-agency work

Familiarity with children’s care planning and risk assessment

Understanding of safeguarding and child protection

Knowledge of education and health needs of looked-after children

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care

Job description

Job Title: Residential Home Manager 🏡

Location: Bedfordshire / North Hertfordshire

Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 per annum + 10% bonus + £1,000 for successful Ofsted registration

Dual Registration Salary: £80,000 per annum + company vehicle

Working Hours: Full Time – 40 hours per week

Annual Leave: Starting at 32 days, increasing to 35 days

Service: Children’s Home – Solo or 2-bed home

Service Users: YPs aged 11–17, EBD / Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties

Qualifications Required: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services or equivalent, or willingness to work towards

Experience in Years Required: Minimum 2 years working with children (last 5 years), including at least 1 year in a senior/management role

Employment Type: Permanent | Full Time

The Home:

• Number of Beds: Up to 2 beds
• Location: Bedfordshire / North Hertfordshire
• Type of YPs: Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
• Ratio of staff to children: High staff focus, small homes for personalised care

Who we are looking for…

We are seeking accountable, experienced, and positive Residential Home Managers who:

• Lead small children’s homes with purpose and compassion
• Manage staff, care planning, safeguarding, communication, reporting, and compliance
• Ensure policies and procedures are fully implemented and effective
• Develop constructive working relationships within the wider community to improve outcomes for children
• Ensure staff have the right skills, experience, and qualifications to provide continuity of care
• Manage the home in an aspirational and inspiring way for children and staff

Key Skills & Experience Required:

• Supervision or management experience in a residential children’s home
• Experience working with children, young people, and families
• Knowledge of inter‑agency work
• Familiarity with children’s care planning, risk assessment, and review processes
• Understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and the impact of abuse or neglect
• Knowledge of education, health, social, emotional, and psychological needs of looked‑after children

Who you will be working for…

• Small, focused provider of children’s homes
• Supportive management team with professional development opportunities
• Management workshops, 1:1 and group coaching for Home Managers and Deputy Managers
• Child‑focused and outcome‑driven environment

Why this Home & Company…

Progression Opportunity:

• Clear route towards Responsible Individual role
• Professional growth with ongoing coaching, workshops, and support

Qualification Opportunity:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (or support to achieve equivalent)

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and bonuses
• Company vehicle (for dual registration)
• 32–35 days annual leave
• 10% bonus plus £1,000 for successful Ofsted registration
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact on children’s lives

Ethos & Culture:

• Nurturing and aspirational environment for both children and staff
• Emphasis on professional development and continuous learning
• Child-focused care, transparency, and collaboration across teams

🚫 Sponsorship is not available

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and want to join a professional, supportive team, click the apply button or contact us for more information.

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