Children’s Home Registered Manager

Children’s Registered Home Manager
Location: Malvern
Highly competitive salary - up to £60,000 with bonus scheme in place

Benefits

• Salary of £50,000 – £60,000 per annum (DOE)
• £5,000 welcome bonus following successful fit persons interview
• £5,000 annual quality and commercial performance bonus
• Eligibility to join the Management Incentive Plan linked to long-term company success
• Comprehensive induction programme to support successful onboarding
• Ongoing Management Development Training Programme
• Continuous professional development through a dedicated Leadership Academy
• Structured leadership development focused on core behavioural and management skills
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Wellbeing support initiatives
• Recommend a Friend scheme
• Team reward incentives, including discounted restaurants and family days out
• Long service recognition awards
• Competitive pension scheme and wider employee benefits

Successful Applicants

• Passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of children and young people in care
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care, including at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (essential)
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (preferred at application stage, or willingness to enrol within 6 months)
• Strong understanding of The Children’s Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, SCCIF, and wider childcare legislation
• Experience supporting children with emotional, behavioural, and social difficulties, including trauma-informed practice
• Strong leadership skills with experience in planning, organisation, and team management
• Experience in budget management, resource allocation, and operational oversight
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Full UK driving licence

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee a 3-bed Ofsted-registered children’s residential service in Hereford
• Manage planned and emergency admissions, including bridging placements
• Deliver structured daily programmes that provide stimulation, opportunity, and tailored support to individual needs
• Ensure each child has a comprehensive, individualised care plan covering emotional, educational, social, health, and developmental needs
• Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing staff team, ensuring effective induction, supervision, and ongoing development
• Promote a culture of participation, ensuring children and young people are actively involved in their care
• Allocate Key Workers and ensure effective delivery of individual care plans
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements, including National Minimum Standards and the Home’s Statement of Purpose
• Take responsibility for safeguarding, complaints, and child protection matters, ensuring appropriate escalation and resolution
• Build strong relationships with external professionals, including social workers, families, and multi-agency partners
• Attend and contribute to care planning meetings, reviews, and professional discussions
• Promote a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where children can achieve their personal best
• Ensure effective financial and operational management of the home in line with budget expectations

To apply for this role, please contact Tabitha at Purosearch on 01904 570050 or send your CV for immediate consideration to t.wagstaff@purosearch.com.