Job Title: Residential Home Manager Location: Bedfordshire / North Hertfordshire Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 per annum 10% bonus £1,000 for successful Ofsted registration Dual Registration Salary: £80,000 per annum company vehicle Working Hours: Full Time – 40 hours per week Annual Leave: Starting at 32 days, increasing to 35 days Service: Children’s Home – Solo or 2-bed home Service Users: YPs aged 11–17, EBD / Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties Qualifications Required: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services or equivalent, or willingness to work towards Experience in Years Required: Minimum 2 years working with children (last 5 years), including at least 1 year in a senior/management role Employment Type: Permanent | Full Time The Home: Number of Beds: Up to 2 beds Location: Bedfordshire / North Hertfordshire Type of YPs: Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) Ratio of staff to children: High staff focus, small homes for personalised care Who we are looking for… We are seeking accountable, experienced, and positive Residential Home Managers who: Lead small children’s homes with purpose and compassion Manage staff, care planning, safeguarding, communication, reporting, and compliance Ensure policies and procedures are fully implemented and effective Develop constructive working relationships within the wider community to improve outcomes for children Ensure staff have the right skills, experience, and qualifications to provide continuity of care Manage the home in an aspirational and inspiring way for children and staff Key Skills & Experience Required: Supervision or management experience in a residential children’s home Experience working with children, young people, and families Knowledge of inter-agency work Familiarity with children’s care planning, risk assessment, and review processes Understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and the impact of abuse or neglect Knowledge of education, health, social, emotional, and psychological needs of looked-after children Who you will be working for… Small, focused provider of children’s homes Supportive management team with professional development opportunities Management workshops, 1:1 and group coaching for Home Managers and Deputy Managers Child-focused and outcome-driven environment Why this Home & Company… Progression Opportunity: Clear route towards Responsible Individual role Professional growth with ongoing coaching, workshops, and support Qualification Opportunity: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (or support to achieve equivalent) Benefits: ✨ Competitive salary and bonuses Company vehicle (for dual registration) 32–35 days annual leave 10% bonus plus £1,000 for successful Ofsted registration Supportive, collaborative team environment Opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting impact on children’s lives Ethos & Culture: Nurturing and aspirational environment for both children and staff Emphasis on professional development and continuous learning Child-focused care, transparency, and collaboration across teams Sponsorship is not available How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and want to join a professional, supportive team, click the apply button or contact us for more information. For more information or to book a confidential chat: job@sgscare.co.uk