We are looking for a compassionate, experienced, and motivated Registered Manager to lead our dedicated team at Canon’s House, a specialist short break residential service in Wiltshire.
Registered Manager - Children’s Home (Canon’s House)
Location: Canons House - Short Break Disability Childrens Home
Hours: 30 hours per week
Contract: Temporary, ongoing
Pay: £359.00 per day umbrella
About the Role:
As Registered Manager, you will play a pivotal leadership role in the home, overseeing all operational, safeguarding, and care provision responsibilities. You will:
* Lead, inspire, and manage a team of experienced care professionals.
* Ensure the overnight short break service consistently meets the needs of children, young people, and their families.
* Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring prompt and effective responses to all safeguarding concerns.
* Manage change, advise on service policies and procedures, and respond to operational emergencies.
* Oversee budgets and financial reporting for the home.
* Work as a key member of the Children and Young People Disability Team, contributing to the wider service provision and strategy.
What We’re Looking For:
A confident, proactive leader with:
* Previous management experience in a residential care setting.
* Strong safeguarding knowledge and experience.
* A passion for delivering outstanding, child-focused care.
* The ability to manage resources, teams, and operational challenges effectively.
* A recognised Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards this qualification).
Why Join Us?
You will be part of a service that makes a real difference — supporting children, young people, and their families to thrive. You’ll work alongside dedicated professionals who are passionate about creating positive outcomes for the children in our care.
Interested?
We’d love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a service that truly changes lives