📍 Birmingham | 💰 £45,000 per annum | Permanent
Are you an experienced leader in children’s residential care looking for your next challenge? We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Registered Manager to oversee a small, nurturing home for children aged 10–12 with varying needs.
About the role:
* Lead and manage a residential service for up to 3 children (currently only 1 child in placement).
* Ensure the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance in line with Ofsted requirements.
* Develop a stable, supportive environment where children can thrive.
* Manage, mentor, and inspire your staff team to deliver trauma-informed and child-centred care.
* Oversee all aspects of the home including care planning, budgets, and quality assurance.
What’s on offer:
* Competitive salary of ÂŁ45,000 + per year
* Sleep-ins (approx. 5 per month, paid in addition)
* Opportunity to make a genuine impact in a small, specialist service
* Supportive senior management with clear pathways for progression
What we’re looking for:
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children and Young People) or working towards it.
* Strong track record in residential children’s care, ideally at Deputy Manager or Registered Manager level.
* In-depth knowledge of safeguarding, Ofsted regulations, and children’s legislation.
* A resilient, compassionate leader with excellent communication and organisational skills.
If you are committed to creating a safe, positive, and therapeutic environment for children and are ready to put your own stamp on a developing home, we’d love to hear from you.
đź“© Apply today to learn more about this opportunity. deborah.hunter@cpl.com