Children’s Home Registered Manager
Location: Bridgwater, Somerset (rural setting)
Salary: Up to £53,725.86 (including bonuses)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 40 per week
Company:
My client established in 1999, has built a strong reputation in the residential childcare sector. They pride themselves on providing high-quality, holistic care for young people, supporting them as individuals and helping them achieve positive outcomes, regardless of their background.
We are excited to announce a brand new 4-bed children’s home opening in Bridgwater, Somerset – and we are now seeking a passionate and experienced Registered Manager to lead the service.
The Role
As Registered Manager, you will:
* Lead and manage a 4-bed home and a staff team of 9, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and positive environment for young people.
* Be accountable for the smooth and efficient running of the home, meeting all Ofsted and safeguarding requirements.
* Develop and maintain individual care plans, reports and monitoring systems to ensure the best outcomes for young people.
* Recruit, develop, supervise and motivate your team, creating a culture of openness, positivity and professional growth.
* Represent Headway professionally to external agencies, commissioners and within the local community.
* Participate in on-call duties (average of 2 per month).
About You
We’re looking for someone who is:
* Experienced: At least 2 years’ experience within the last 5 years in a residential childcare role, including 1 year in a supervisory/management position.
* Qualified: Holds QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children & Young People) and QCF Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People Workforce (or equivalent).
* Knowledgeable: Thorough understanding of Children’s Home Regulations, Ofsted requirements, and safeguarding/child protection procedures.
* Resilient & Motivated: Committed to making a genuine difference to young people’s lives, with a positive, professional and non-judgmental attitude.
* Flexible & Practical: Able to drive a manual car (with business insurance) and undertake on-call duties.
Benefits
* 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Occupancy Bonus – £175 per child after the first (up to £525 per month for a 4-bed home)
* £2,000 annual car allowance
* Ofsted Bonus – £500 for Good, £1,000 for Outstanding
* On-call payments – £10 per day (Mon–Fri), £50 per day (Sat–Sun)
* Non-contributory pension – 9% employer contribution
* Company sick pay – enhanced after 6 months (5 days full pay)
* Continuous professional development and career progression opportunities