Job Description
We are proud to be recruiting on behalf of a leading, values-driven provider of residential childcare services, seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Manager to take over a highly successful 5-bed EBD home in Pulborough.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity due to the planned retirement of the current Registered Manager. The home is currently rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted and provides care for 5 young females, with a particular focus on supporting those affected by CSE.
You’ll benefit from a structured handover alongside the outgoing manager, ensuring you are set up for success and fully supported in the transition.
Role: Registered Home Manager – Children’s Residential Care
Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + Bonuses (OTE £70k+ in Year 1)
Bonus: 5k Welcome Bonus + 21% Annual Performance Bonus
Annual Leave: 32 days including Bank Holidays
Type: Full-time, Permanent
🌟 Key Responsibilities:
1. Lead the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring a consistently high standard of care.
2. Provide strong, trauma-informed leadership to staff and young people alike.
3. Manage referrals, local authority engagement, and multi-agency working.
4. Maintain the home’s Outstanding Ofsted rating, with full regulatory compliance.
5. Mentor, supervise and professionally develop your team.
6. Oversee budgeting, safeguarding, care planning, and stakeholder engagement.
✅ Requirements:
7. Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
8. Demonstrated experience managing children’s residential homes.
9. Proven success leading Ofsted inspections.
10. Deep understanding of trauma-informed practice and CSE support.
11. Exceptional communication, leadership, and collaborative working skills.
💡 What’s in it for you?
12. £50,000 - £55,000 salary (DOE)
13. Welcome Bonus of £5,000
14. 21% annual bonus (Performance-based)
15. 32 days’ annual leave including bank holidays
16. Structured handover period with the retiring manager
17. Clinical, Quality and Regional Leadership support
18. Fully funded DBS and renewals
19. Clear and ongoing training & development opportunities
20. Pension scheme
21. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for mental health & wellbeing
22. Staff referral bonus (£500 split with friend)
23. Monthly EPIC Awards recognising outstanding staff contributions
24. Discounts at high street retailers, restaurants, holidays & more
🎖️ Inclusive and Supportive Culture: This organisation is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and welcomes applications from service leavers, veterans, and military families. Veteran-friendly policies, awareness training and peer support are all embedded in the culture.
📩 Ready for a new chapter in your leadership journey?
Apply now or contact us directly for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.
Join a team where you’re truly empowered to make a difference.