Job Description
Location: Burton on Trent (DE14)
Salary: £42,000–£50,000 per annum + performance bonus up to £4,800
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm + on-call
Qualifications: Level 5 Management Diploma + Full UK Driving Licence
About the Role
We are looking for a Registered Manager to oversee our 4-bed Learning Disabilities (LD) residential home. You will lead a dedicated team delivering person-centred care tailored to children with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs.
Key Responsibilities
* Manage the operational running of the home to Ofsted outstanding standards.
* Lead a skilled team delivering structured, therapeutic and personalised support.
* Ensure safe, nurturing routines that promote independence and life skills.
* Work closely with SEN schools, health professionals and MDT networks.
* Oversee safeguarding, compliance, care planning and family engagement.
* Drive performance, quality assurance and service development.
* Manage recruitment, rotas, supervision and staff progression.
Requirements
About You
* Level 5 qualification in Leadership & Management.
* Experience supporting children with LD and/or complex needs.
* Strong understanding of SEN frameworks, communication strategies, and behavioural support.
* Motivational leadership style and passion for disability support.
Benefits
What We Offer
* £42,000–£50,000 per annum + performance bonus up to £4,800
* Clear pathway to senior leadership roles.
* Supportive environment committed to innovation and therapeutic practice.
Requirements
Person Specification Experience working with children/young people with EBD and/or LD (desirable). Knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and behaviour management. Compassionate, resilient, and able to remain calm in challenging situations. Flexible to work shifts, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins (where applicable). Willingness to work towards Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (if not already held).