Trainee Children's Registered Manager

Caretech; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualifications include Level 3 in Children's Residential Care with funded progression to Level 5 Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare. A full UK driving licence is required, and you will collaborate with professionals, families, and external agencies.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the day-to-day running of the home.
• Helping lead and motivate the team.
• Creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for young people.
• Supporting care planning and safeguarding.
• Developing staff and helping new team members grow.
• Working alongside professionals, families, and external agencies.

Skills

Relationship building

Team leadership

People development

Education

Level 3 in Children's Residential Care

Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

You'll work closely with the Assistant Regional Manager, an experienced Registered Manager, learning the ins and outs of running a successful children's home while still staying hands‑on with the young people and team. No being stuck behind a desk all day - we want someone who enjoys building relationships, creating positive experiences for young people, and leading a team that genuinely cares. You'll be involved in:

• Supporting the day-to-day running of the home
• Helping lead and motivate the team
• Creating a safe, fun, and nurturing environment for young people
• Supporting care planning and safeguarding
• Developing staff and helping new team members grow
• Working alongside professionals, families, and external agencies
• Learning everything you need to progress into a Registered Manager role
  Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a position related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years.
• Qualifications: Level 3 in Children's Residential Care is essential. We will fund and guide you through Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare.
• Knowledge of Ofsted and residential childcare regulations
• Confidence leading shifts and supporting staff
• The drive to learn and progress
• Driving License: Full UK required.
  At Cambian Group, we're looking for someone passionate about making a real difference to young people's lives to join us as a Trainee Children's Registered Manager.
• This isn't just another management role. It's a chance to grow, learn, and develop into a future Registered Manager with the support, mentoring, and training to help you succeed.
• Working in children's residential care can be challenging - but it can also be one of the most rewarding careers out there.
• Every day is different. One minute you could be helping a young person achieve something they never thought possible, the next you're leading a team that's changing lives together.
• At Cambian, we believe great care starts with great people - and we invest in helping our teams grow, progress, and enjoy what they do.
• As part of the CareTech family, To be part of the most exciting Children's care team in the UK, to make a difference each day every day for the young people we support.