Job Title: Registered Manager – 3-Bed CSE Children’s Home
Location: Whitchurch, Shropshire
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 (plus bonuses & benefits)
Hours: Full-time, Permanent
Are you an experienced Registered Manager or Deputy ready to step up? Are you passionate about leading trauma-informed care in a safe, supportive, and specialist setting?
We’re recruiting on behalf of a well-established and respected children’s residential care provider who are opening a new 3-bed home in Whitchurch, supporting young females affected by or at risk of Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE). This is an exciting opportunity to shape a new service with the full backing of a trusted and values-led organisation.
About the Home:
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A small, purpose-built home offering therapeutic care to young people with a background of exploitation, trauma, and abuse.
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Fully supported by a multi-disciplinary team including therapists, senior support staff, and a strong regional leadership team.
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Committed to trauma-informed, attachment-aware practice that prioritises safety, trust, and recovery.
Your Role as Registered Manager:
As the Registered Manager, you’ll be responsible for the day-to-day leadership, compliance, and development of the home, ensuring it operates in line with Ofsted regulations and provides outstanding care.
Key Responsibilities:
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Lead and manage the home in line with Ofsted and Children’s Home Regulations
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Build and develop a strong, skilled, and resilient staff team
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Ensure safeguarding is paramount and embedded in all practice
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Oversee care plans, risk assessments, and placement progression
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Drive a trauma-informed culture that supports recovery and emotional wellbeing
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Liaise effectively with social workers, external agencies, and families
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Achieve and maintain high inspection outcomes
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Support growth of the service and promote a stable, nurturing environment
What We’re Looking For:
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Experience managing or deputising in an Ofsted-regulated children’s home
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Strong knowledge of CSE, trauma, and safeguarding frameworks
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NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Leadership & Management (Children & Young People’s Services) or working toward
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Resilience, emotional intelligence, and a commitment to therapeutic care
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A confident leader who can balance compassion with structure and accountability
What’s on Offer:
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Competitive salary up to £50,000 (depending on experience)
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Annual performance-related bonuses
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Support from a highly experienced senior leadership team
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Opportunities to shape a new home from the ground up
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Ongoing training and development, including therapeutic and CSE-specific training
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Genuine career progression within a growing provider
Apply now to take the lead in a new, specialist children’s home and help make a life-changing difference in the lives of young people who need it most