Service Registered Service Manager / Operations (Wigton)

Medico Partners; Aspatria; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a Registered Service Manager in Wigton, England, to lead a home for children requiring 2:1 care. The ideal candidate will have substantial management experience and a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Residential Childcare. This role requires strong leadership skills, management of budgets, and a commitment to high-quality care that changes lives. Competitive salary of up to £58,344 is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in a managerial position in a residential or child care setting.
• Knowledge of regulations and frameworks related to children's homes.

Responsibilities

• Lead a home for up to 2 children, ensuring high-quality care.
• Manage financial oversight including budget and resource planning.
• Engage with professionals, children, and families effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

IT proficiency

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Continued professional development

Job description

Overview

Role: Service Registered Service Manager / Operations

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Up to £58,344 (depending on experience)

Location: Wigton

Responsible to Operations Manager

Note: No sponsorship for this job.

We’re looking for a bold, compassionate Registered Service Manager to lead a registering solo home 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.

Qualifications

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

Knowledge And Experience

• Experience as an Assistant Manager of a large service with high volumes of support workers, or as a Registered Manager in a multi-home or dual registration setting.
• Proven experience of working with children who present with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Knowledge of Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, SCCIF framework and Quality Standards.
• Experience of working in emotionally challenging environments requiring patience and resilience.
• Experience in financial oversight, including budget management and resource planning.

Skills And Abilities

• Strong leadership and people management skills with the ability to inspire, develop and lead a team.
• Excellent communication skills – verbal and written – to engage effectively with professionals, children, and families.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make sound decisions in challenging situations.
• Strong organisational, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Confident in IT systems for reporting, care planning and compliance monitoring.

Please Apply below or call us on 0121 270 8878. Between 09:00-17:00 Monday to Friday

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