REGISTERED MANAGER - THERAPEUTIC CHILDREN'S HOME
Location: Radstock, Bath and North East Somerset
Salary: £48,000 per annum plus bonuses
Contact: Louise - (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) (Call, Text, WhatsApp)
We are partnering with a leading therapeutic care provider to recruit a Registered Manager for a small, specialist children's home near Radstock. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead a nurturing, trauma-informed environment focused on lasting positive outcomes for young people.
About the Role:
You will manage all aspects of the home's operation, including safeguarding, staff leadership, and the delivery of trauma-informed care. Your leadership will ensure compliance with regulations and promote a culture of warmth, stability, and therapeutic support.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead day-to-day management and development of the home
Oversee personalised, trauma-informed care plans
Manage safeguarding, staff training, supervision, and wellbeing
Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and other legislation
Promote reflective practice and therapeutic approaches across the team
Prepare for and manage Ofsted inspections
Coordinate staff rotas including out-of-hours cover
Maintain high-quality records and reporting
Participate in integrated therapeutic planning and assessments
What We're Looking For:
Minimum 2 years' residential childcare experience, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or management role
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification or willingness to work towards this within 2 years
Strong leadership and team development skills
Knowledge of Trauma-Informed Care, PACE, safeguarding, and Children's Homes Regulations 2015
Confidence to register with Ofsted and complete the Fit Person Interview
Full UK manual driving licence
Enhanced DBS and excellent references
Ideal Candidate:
Resilient, emotionally intelligent, calm under pressure, and able to build trust with children, staff, and external professionals. Motivated by long-term positive impact and committed to a therapeutic, relationship-led approach.
What's on Offer:
£48,000 salary plus bonuses
Comprehensive therapeutic training
Strong clinical and operational support
Values-driven organisation with career progression
Supportive, collaborative team culture
Opportunity to make a lasting difference in children's lives
Interested?
Contact Louise confidentially by call, text, or WhatsApp on (phone number removed) or (phone number removed).
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