Dual Home Registered Manager With Progression to Responsible Individual (RI) Reports to: CEO / Responsible Individual Location: Dual home setting within Sandwell & Birmingham Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: £65,000–£90,000 base (DOE) Total Package: Can Exceed Over £100,000 OTE (base performance-related bonus incentives) Why This Role is Different This isn’t just another Registered Manager position — it’s a career-defining opportunity to lead two therapeutic children’s homes, develop into a senior strategic leader, and unlock a total reward package that exceeds £100K with On-Target Earnings, annual bonuses, and international incentive trips. You’ll join a values-led, high-performance organisation that blends therapeutic care excellence with exceptional staff development — meaning your growth is just as important to us as the young people we support. Purpose of the Role As the Registered Manager across two therapeutic children’s homes, you will lead with compassion, vision, and operational precision to deliver outstanding care for children with complex SEMH needs. You will be at the forefront of Muve’s mission: “To walk alongside children in crisis with compassion, consistency, and courage, within homes where healing begins, voices are heard, and every child feels seen, valued, and empowered.” Through robust safeguarding, emotionally intelligent leadership, and relentless focus on quality, you will inspire your teams to create homes where trauma-informed care is the foundation and exceptional outcomes are the norm. About Muve Children’s Services MUVE – My Unique Voice Empowers · My – I am at the centre of my own story. I matter. · Unique – There is no one else like me. My thoughts, feelings, and experiences are influential. · Voice – I have a voice, and it is important. · Empowers – When I speak, I grow stronger and shape my future. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Growth · Lead and develop two Ofsted-registered therapeutic children’s homes, setting a gold standard in care. · Mentor Deputy Managers and emerging leaders to ensure talent pipelines for future growth. · Drive a culture of excellence, reflection, and high performance. Operational & Strategic Impact · Deliver outstanding Ofsted outcomes through robust quality assurance and compliance. · Manage budgets and resources with commercial acumen, maximising both quality and profitability. · Collaborate with the CEO and leadership team to shape the future growth of the organisation. Child-Centred Excellence · Embed trauma-informed, attachment-aware care in daily practice. · Ensure personalised care planning and active participation for every child. · Champion children’s rights, voice, and empowerment at all levels. The Benefits & Rewards Financial & Career Package · £65,000–£90,000 base salary (DOE). · OTE exceeding £100,000 with achievable annual performance bonus and incentive schemes. · Progression to Responsible Individual within 12–24 months, with salary uplift. Lifestyle & Wellbeing · 25 days annual leave bank holidays. · Birthday off (paid) every year. · Private healthcare. · Death in service insurance (x4 salary). Recognition & Incentives · International holiday incentives for top performers. · Quarterly and annual recognition awards. · Great company culture that values wellbeing, fun, and personal growth. What We’re Looking For · Proven experience as a Registered Manager in a children’s residential setting. · Track record of achieving “Good” or “Outstanding” Ofsted ratings. · Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve). · In-depth understanding of Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards. · Inspirational leadership style, able to drive performance and nurture teams. Desirable: · Multi-site management experience. · Qualification in therapeutic or trauma-informed approaches. Your Progression Path This is a clear career trajectory: 1. Dual Home Registered Manager – Lead and excel in two homes. 2. Responsible Individual – Strategic leadership across multiple settings. 3. Senior Executive Leadership – Influence organisational strategy, growth, and innovation. With the right results, you’ll unlock both financial rewards and long-term leadership opportunities at the highest levels of the organisation