Location: Heanor – 3 bed EBD/LD
Salary: £60k pa plus comprehensive benefits and bonus package
Contract: Full-time
Are you passionate about making a real difference in young people's lives? Do you have a heart for care, strong leadership skills and a drive to lead with compassion and excellence? If so – we’d love to meet you!
At One Home Care, we believe in providing not just care, but a safe, warm and empowering home environment for children and young people. We are on the lookout for an enthusiastic, experienced and motivated Registered Manager to lead one of our residential children’s homes.
What You'll Be Doing:
As our Registered Manager, you’ll take the lead in the day-to-day running of the home. From supporting and developing staff to ensuring we meet the highest standards of care (and aiming for that top Ofsted rating!), you’ll be central to creating a nurturing, positive atmosphere where both staff and young people can thrive.
Your responsibilities will include:
• Leading a dedicated care team with empathy and professionalism.
• Ensuring each child receives the individualised care they deserve.
• Maintaining compliance with Children’s Home Regulations and all relevant standards.
• Working closely with families, professionals, and external partners.
• Handling referrals, assessments, and care planning.
• Managing budgets, records, safeguarding, and more.
What We're Looking For:
• Over 3 years' experience in residential children’s care, with at least two years in a supervisory role.
• A minimum Level 3 qualification in residential childcare or social care – must be working towards Level 5 Diploma
• A genuine passion for supporting young people.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A proactive, flexible, and caring approach.
• Eligibility to meet Schedule 2 of Children’s Home Regulations 2015.
• DBS clearance via the Update Service (or willing to obtain).
Why Work With Us?
• A warm, values-driven environment where your voice matters.
• Opportunities for growth and continuous professional development.
• Supportive leadership and a team that feels like family.
• The chance to truly change lives every single day.
Ready to Join Us?
We can’t wait to hear from you! Apply now and become part of a team where your skills, experience, and heart will be truly valued.