Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home (LD & PD)
Location: Tamworth, Staffordshire
Salary: £57,000 – £62,000 DOE + Performance Bonuses
Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Are you an experienced Registered Manager looking for a fresh start with a new service you can help shape from the ground up?
We’re partnering with a dedicated children's home provider to recruit a Registered Manager for a newly registered 4-bed residential service in Tamworth, supporting young people with Learning Disabilities (LD) and Physical Disabilities (PD). With the first young person joining in early September, this is a unique opportunity to build a home culture from day one—with full autonomy and the backing of a supportive senior team.
What’s on Offer:
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Competitive salary between £57,000 – £62,000 (experience dependent)
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£3,000 bonus for Ofsted “Outstanding”
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£2,000 bonus for Ofsted “Good”
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Opportunity to lead a service from the very beginning
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Real support from a highly engaged senior leadership team
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A phased approach to occupancy – 2 young people for the first 6 months
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead the daily operations of a high-quality residential care home
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Develop a nurturing and structured environment for children with LD and PD
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Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations, the Children’s Homes Regulations, and Quality Standards
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Build and mentor a strong, child-focused care team
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Oversee safeguarding, care planning, staffing, budgeting, and inspections
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Act as the face of the home for families, local authorities, and professionals
Key Requirements:
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Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Registered or Deputy Manager in a children’s residential setting
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Strong working knowledge of Ofsted standards and LD/PD care practice
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Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
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Confident and capable of managing new home registration responsibilities
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Passionate about delivering therapeutic, child-centred care
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Full UK driving licence required
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated Registered Manager to make a lasting difference while developing a home with high standards and heart from day one