Registered Manager - Children's Home
Location: Basildon
Salary: £50K - £60K per annum + Bonuses!
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Why join us
We believe every child deserves stability, safety, and the opportunity to grow. In return for your expertise and dedication, we offer:
* £50,000 - £60,000 salary
* Up to £5,000 bonus per Ofsted inspection
* On-target earnings up to £80,000
* Clear progression route to dual registration as we expand
* Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development
* Strong support from senior leadership
* Generous benefits package, including:
* Company pension
* Company events
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Free or discounted meals
* Free on-site parking
* Referral programme
Make a life-changing impact. Lead a home built around one young person who needs stability, security, and someone who truly cares.
We are opening a brand-new solo children's home in Basildon, supporting a young person aged 8-18 with Social, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (SEBD).
This is the first of several homes planned under one registration, offering a unique opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager to shape the future of an expanding network across Essex.
If you are a compassionate leader with high standards, strong values, and a commitment to exceptional care, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As the Registered Manager, you will lead the home with passion, integrity, and a focus on the young person's emotional wellbeing. You will:
* Oversee the day-to-day running of the solo home in line with Children's Homes Regulations and Ofsted requirements
* Lead on care planning, safeguarding, staffing, quality assurance, and home development
* Ensure consistent, trauma-informed care that responds to the young person's individual needs
* Build a positive and supportive team culture coaching, mentoring, and developing staff
* Manage rota planning, budgets, audits, and resources
* Represent the home in multi-agency meetings, inspections, and professional networks
About You
We are looking for an experienced, confident leader who is ready to build something special.
You must have:
* 2+ years of experience in residential childcare
* At least 1 year as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager
* Strong leadership, auditing, and budgeting skills
* Excellent knowledge of Reg 44/45 and SCCIF
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)
* Full UK Driving Licence
* Exceptional communication, organisation, and team-building abilities
If you're ready to lead a solo provision and create a safe, nurturing environment where a young person can truly thrive, apply today!
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