Job Description
Randstad is proud to be recruiting for a Registered Manager on behalf of a valued client that provides exceptional care and support to vulnerable children and young people in the Kidderminster/ Worcestershire area
As a Registered Manager, you will guide a team in fostering a warm, therapeutic environment where children can heal, grow, and reach their full potential. Your leadership will be grounded in a culture of emotional safety and connection, helping each child thrive in a home full of trust, compassion, and growth.
The therapeutic approach is shaped by the principles of PACE (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy) and Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP), where every interaction is driven by connection, empathy, and mutual respect.
Our client is a child-focused, trauma-informed organisation committed to creating positive outcomes for children who have faced complex trauma.
They believe in the power of understanding, nurturing, and supportive relationships to bring about positive change. Their approach to therapeutic care is not just a concept they live it every day with both passion and purpose.
The Role
As the Registered Manager, your key responsibilities will include:
* Taking full operational and regulatory oversight of the children's home.
* Leading the team with a therapeutic mindset, integrating PACE and DDP in daily practices.
* Building and nurturing a culture within the team that aligns with our core values.
* Ensuring the emotional and developmental needs of the children are supported through trauma-informed care.
* Championing positive outcomes for each child by tailoring individual care plans and interventions.
* Providing reflective supervision and demonstrating emotionally intelligent leadership.
* Ensuring compliance with Ofsted requirements, and actively contributing to continuous service improvement.
* Collaborating with families, professionals, and external partners to deliver a holistic care approach.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking a compassionate, experienced, Registered Manager
* Has at least 4 years of experience in residential childcare, including a management role with a proven track record of Ofsted "Good" or higher for a minimum of 2 years.
* Holds the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
* Possesses a deep understanding of trauma, attachment, and child development.
* Is committed to DDP-informed care and the principles of the PACE model.
* Leads with a blend of compassion, accountability, and a deep understanding of relational care.
* Is open to dual registration across two 2-bed homes in the future.
* Is a strong advocate for co-regulation, reflective practice, and a child-centred approach.
* Is comfortable working closely with regulators and passionate about achieving Outstanding outcomes
What We Offer
* A unique chance to lead and shape a therapeutic home based on strong values and vision.
* Continuous professional development, including training in DDP and trauma-informed practice.
* Regular access to therapeutic consultation and reflective supervision.
* Strong support from a senior leadership team that believes in the power of relational care.
* A workplace culture that prioritises both staff well being and the healing journey of children.
If you're ready to make a real difference, lead with authenticity, and create a nurturing, therapeutic space for children to heal and grow, we'd love to hear from you.
Randstad Care acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.
Did you know that Randstad Care have been awarded a place on the National Clinical Staffing Framework for the NHS? This means we will be able to bring you more opportunities within nursing & midwifery and clinical staffing.