Registered Manager Childrens Residential Home Location: Southampton, Hampshire Salary: Up to £46,125 per annum Job type: Permanent, full-time Sponsorship: This employer is able to sponsor applicants who meet the necessary qualifications and experience requirements. About the role: A respected care provider is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a residential home for children and young people with learning disabilities and autism. The home accommodates up to five young people aged 717 and provides a therapeutic and nurturing environment that promotes growth, independence, and emotional well-being. You will lead a multidisciplinary team in delivering person-centred care within a home that values empathy, respect, and positive role modelling. The role requires a strong operational leader with a passion for improving outcomes and ensuring regulatory compliance. Key responsibilities: Provide effective leadership and management of the childrens home Promote a respectful and child-centred culture within the home Ensure safeguarding, care planning, and therapeutic support align with national standards Recruit, train, supervise, and develop the care team to deliver high-quality services Manage day-to-day operations, including rota planning, record-keeping, and inspections Build and maintain professional relationships with families, external agencies, and regulators Oversee transition planning for admissions and discharges Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and internal policies Maintain effective communication and reflective practice within the team Lead on audits, health & safety, and staff development Promote positive behavioural support strategies and manage challenging behaviours appropriately Ensure young peoples needs are met, including cultural, dietary, and emotional wellbeing Requirements: Minimum 2 years experience in a residential childrens care setting Previous supervisory or management experience (Deputy or Registered Manager level) NVQ Level 5 in Health & Social Care or Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete) Strong understanding of safeguarding, learning disabilities, and autism spectrum conditions Confident leading teams and managing complex care environments Flexible and resilient, with the ability to manage changing priorities Driving licence preferred Benefits: Salary up to £46,125 per annum 30 days of annual leave Casual dress policy On-site parking Employee Assistance Programme Pension contributions Support with CPD and professional development Positive staff-to-young person ratios Opportunities to influence and shape a therapeutic care model How to apply: If you are a committed childcare professional with a passion for creating safe, nurturing, and development-focused environments for young people, we would love to hear from you. Submit your CV, and we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.