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Residential Deputy Manager - Children's Home

Company: North Lakes Children's Services

Role: Residential Deputy Manager- Children's Home

Contract: Full Time, permanent

Salary: Base salary of £32,349.49, with the potential to earn up to £35,606.77 per annum with sleep-in shifts

Location: Wigton

Specific Hours: 42 hours per week- shift pattern on rotation

Benefits:

• Shift Rotation: 2 days on, 2 days off, with click apply for full job details

Registered Children's Home Manager (Level 5 Qualified)
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk
Salary: £45,000- £55,000 (dependent on experience) + Bonus Scheme
Contract: Full Time Permanent
Eleven Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Registered Children's Home Manager
Eleven Recruitment is currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and motivated Registered Chi click apply for full job details

Registered Children's Home Manager (Level 5 Qualified)
Location: Leiston, Suffolk
Salary: £45,000- £55,000 (dependent on experience) + Bonus Scheme
Contract: Full Time Permanent
Eleven Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced Registered Children's Home Manager
Eleven Recruitment is currently recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and passionate Registered Ch click apply for full job details

Deputy Manager (9-month FTC)

Contract Type: Full time, 9-month fixed term contract

Salary: £24,701.04 - £28,108.08 pro rata salary - dependent on qualifications and experience

Location: Poole

Specific Hours: 40 hours per week

Benefits: 33 days annual leave (includes bank holidays), company pension, employee discount scheme, access to wellbeing programmes, monthly clinical and professional supervision, click apply for full job details

Residential Deputy Manager

Company: Area Camden

Contract: Permanent

Specific Hours: 08:00am - 20:00pm (12 hour shifts)

Salary: £39,362.67 per annum

Location: Camden, London

Area Camden

Area Camden, part of the Polaris Community, provides high-quality care that supports young people to achieve their goals click apply for full job details

Children's Home Registered Manager
Company: Area Camden
Location: London
Specific Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: Base salary £55,120 with the potential to earn up to £64,120 through bonuses

Area Camden has been an Ofsted-rated Outstanding and Good provider since 2014 click apply for full job details

Registered Manager Children's Residential Home (LD/EBD)

Location: Whalley Range, Manchester
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum (DOE)
Home Size: 2-Bed Children's Residential Home
Job Type: Full-time Permanent

• Competitive salary of £55,000 - £60,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Referral bonus scheme
• Casual dress
• Discounted or free meals whilst on shift
• Company events
• Free on-site parking
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity to join an organisation during an exciting period of growth and rebrand

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 3 years' experience working within children's residential care
• Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager ready to step into registration
• Experience supporting children and young people with Learning Disabilities (LD) and/or Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and safeguarding legislation
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop and manage a high-performing team
• Experience managing budgets, staffing and service performance
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Child-centred approach with a passion for delivering outstanding outcomes
• Full UK Driving Licence

• Lead the day-to-day management and overall operation of a 2-bed children's residential home
• Hold responsibility for ensuring the home remains fully compliant with Ofsted regulations and statutory requirements
• Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, therapeutic and child-focused environment
• Lead, mentor and develop the staff team, promoting a positive and supportive culture
• Oversee recruitment, supervision, performance management and staff development
• Ensure effective safeguarding practices are embedded throughout the service
• Manage budgets, rotas and the overall operational performance of the home
• Develop and review care plans, risk assessments and placement plans to achieve positive outcomes
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with local authorities, social workers, families and other professionals
• Drive continuous improvement and prepare the home for Ofsted inspections
• Play a key role in shaping and developing the home's flexible service model during an exciting period of organisational growth

• This is a unique opportunity to lead a 2-bed children's home offering flexible provision for young people with Learning Disabilities (LD) and Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
• The organisation is currently undergoing an exciting period of growth and rebranding, providing the successful candidate with the opportunity to influence the future direction of the service.
• The successful applicant will be responsible for creating a positive culture, driving high standards of care and achieving the best possible outcomes for children and young people.
• All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and safer recruitment checks.

To apply for this exceptional opportunity please call Tabitha at Purosearch on (phone number removed) or send your CV direct to (url removed)

Registered Children's Home Manager Ofsted Registered Manager Children's Residential Home

Registered Children's Home Manager - Lead an Outstanding Children's Residential Service

Are you an experienced Registered Children's Home Manager, Ofsted Registered Manager, or an ambitious Deputy Children's Home Manager ready to take the next step in your career?

Balfor Recruitment is proud to be working in partnership with a well-established children's residential care provider to recruit a passionate and dedicated Registered Children's Home Manager for a three-bedroom Children's Residential Home in Erdington, Birmingham.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a specialist home supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Learning Disabilities (LD). You'll have the opportunity to build and develop a high-performing service that delivers exceptional, therapeutic, child-centred care while achieving positive outcomes for every young person.

If you're passionate about safeguarding, leadership, Ofsted compliance, and making a lasting difference to children's lives, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As the Registered Children's Home Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the operational management, leadership, and regulatory compliance of the home. You will lead the service through registration (where applicable), ensuring the home consistently meets and exceeds Ofsted Children's Homes Regulations, the Quality Standards, and all safeguarding requirements.

Working closely with senior leadership, you will recruit, inspire, and develop a dedicated team committed to delivering outstanding residential childcare.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day management of the Children's Residential Home.

Prepare the home for Ofsted registration, inspections, and ongoing regulatory compliance.

Ensure compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, safeguarding legislation, and company policies.

Deliver outstanding, child-focused, trauma-informed, and person-centred care.

Create a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where children can thrive.

Recruit, lead, motivate, supervise, and develop a high-performing care team.

Complete staff supervision, appraisals, training, and performance management.

Develop individual care plans, behaviour support strategies, and placement plans.

Promote excellent safeguarding practices and ensure the welfare of every child remains paramount.

Monitor incidents, risk assessments, medication management, and health and safety compliance.

Maintain accurate records, reports, audits, and statutory documentation.

Build positive relationships with Local Authorities, Ofsted, families, education providers,healthcare professionals, and external agencies.

Manage occupancy, referrals, admissions, and placement matching.

Promote continuous quality improvement across the service.

Participate in the management on-call rota.

Essential Requirements

We're looking for someone who has:

At least 2 years' management experience within a Children's Residential Home.

Experience as a Registered Manager or an experienced Deputy Manager ready to progress.

Excellent knowledge of Ofsted regulations, Children's Homes Regulations, and Quality Standards.

Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and children's legislation.

Experience supporting children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and/or Learning Disabilities (LD).

Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Residential Childcare, Children & Young People, or equivalent.

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete).

Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable Experience

Experience opening or registering a new Children's Home.

Knowledge of attachment theory, trauma-informed practice, and therapeutic care.

Experience managing budgets and financial performance.

Understanding of Local Authority referral and placement processes.

Previous experience achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted inspections.

Flexible approach to working hours and operational needs.

Why Join Us?

We believe exceptional care starts with exceptional leaders.

In return, we offer:

Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000

Excellent opportunities for career progression

Ongoing professional development and funded training

Supportive senior leadership team

Opportunity to shape and develop a new or growing service

Free on-site parking

Discounted food and refreshments

Casual dress environment

Positive, collaborative working culture

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Registered Children's Home Manager, Children's Residential Manager, Ofsted Registered Manager, or a talented Deputy Children's Home Manager looking to progress your career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and play a pivotal role in transforming the lives of children and young people by leading a high-quality residential childcare service where every child is supported to achieve their full potential.

Balfor Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and all safer recruitment requirements. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Ready to open a new children s home? Join this well established, growing organisation in 2026 to develop as a Registered Children s Home Manager!

• Job Title: Registered Children s Home Manager
• Home Type: Brand-New 2 Bedded EBD Children s Home
• Location: Wolverhampton, West Midlands
• Basic Salary: Up to £55,000 p/a
• Market Leading Five Figure Bonus Scheme
• Dedicated Head Office, HR, Compliance and Recruitment Teams!

Who will you be working for?

This therapeutic PACE led organisation is currently in a growth phase! They currently operate 9 children s homes and an independent SEMH school across the West Midlands, 7 of these homes have been inspected (3 Good, 3 Outstanding & 1 RI Home), including both EBD and LD registrations.

This organisation has pioneered residential childcare in the West Midlands since 2017 and are run by an impressive team of therapeutic and clinical professionals, including a specialist CAMHs consultant with 20 years experience in psychiatry and a senior director within the healthcare and education sector.

This is an incredibly exciting time for the company as they look to build upon their already incredible growth over the last eight years, all the while developing their services and practice to create opportunities and positive outcomes for their staff and children.

The Package & Benefits:

• Basic Salary: Up to £55,000 p/a, depending on experience and qualifications
• Performance Bonuses: Up to £11,000 p/a on top of your salary, based on KPIs, Ofsted and Occupancy
• Professional Development: Opportunity to complete qualifications up to Level 7 in Strategic Management for Residential Childcare to open the door to progression
• Pathway for promotion: Show great performance and access realistic opportunities for development into a Dual-Registration, Home Opener , Quality Assurance, or RI/Operations/Senior Management roles
• Holiday: Birthday off & paid!
• Additional Benefits: Earn up to £1000 per referral with the Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme, access to Blue Light Card, high-street discounts, and more!

What Will The Role Entail?

As a Registered Children s Home Manager, you will be the backbone of the home. You will pull from your extensive experience working in children s homes to manage and lead your passionate team to ensure smooth operation of the home, second-to-none delivery of care for young people, and Ofsted excellence.

The Successful Registered Children s Home Manager Candidate Will Excel At:

• Running a children s home to Good or Outstanding standards, adhering to Ofsted s Children s Home Act (2015), Quality Standards, and Safeguarding Procedures
• Managing a staff team, completing supervisions and appraisals, and ensuring trainings are completed in line with Quality Standards
• Developing and reviewing Ofsted required paperwork such as care plans, behaviour support plans, risk assessments, and regulated Reg reports & attending and engaging in LAC, EHCP, PEP and Pathway Planning meetings and reviews.
• Communicating effectively with young people, colleagues, families, and external professionals.
• Conducting administrative tasks such as health and safety checks, medication audits, rotas, finances, and taking part in recruitment activities and inductions
• On-call responsibilities; ensuring the home has your expert advice in out-of-hour crises

Requirements for the Registered Children s Home Manager role:

• Minimum of 2+ years experience leading a team specifically within a children s home environment
• Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
• An understanding of the SCCIF, Children s Home Act (2015), and Quality Standards, the ability to register as a manager with Ofsted, and pass a Fit Person s Interview
• A genuine passion for supporting the well-being and healthy development of young people, as well as for your staff team

If you are keen to discuss the Registered Children s Home Manager vacancy further, have more questions, or this one isn t quite the right fit, please don t hesitate to reach out!

Any successful candidates will, as per Safer Recruitment guidelines, undergo an enhanced DBS check, references, and an employment history verification.

Homes Manager / Registered Children's Home Manager

Location: Southport, Merseyside
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 DOE (plus overtime available)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday Friday, 8:00am 4:00pm
Home Size: 2/3 bed children's home

• 200 hours annual leave plus statutory bank holidays (equivalent to 6 weeks annual leave).
• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities.
• Birthday and Christmas Amazon vouchers.
• NEST pension scheme.
• Fully funded NVQ Diploma Level 4 in Children, Young People and Families Practitioner.
• Support to achieve Diploma Level 5 in Children, Young People and Families Leadership and Management.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• Enhanced DBS paid for by the company.
• MEDICASH health and wellbeing plan.
• Cash back for dental, optical, hospital treatments and therapy sessions.
• Virtual 24/7 GP and mental health support.
• Access to specialist consultations and diagnostic tests.
• Healthcare cover for children at no extra cost.
• Discounted gym memberships.
• Access to wellbeing resources including yoga, fitness, mindfulness and meditation guides.

• Previous experience managing or deputising within a children's residential setting.
• Ability to register with Ofsted and successfully complete a Fit Person interview.
• Strong knowledge of children's residential legislation, safeguarding and regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading and developing residential care teams.
• Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Experience managing budgets, rotas and operational performance.
• Ability to build positive relationships with young people, families and professionals.
• Experience of working with children and young people with complex needs.
• Commitment to achieving excellent outcomes for children and young people.
• Willingness to achieve a Diploma Level 5 in Children, Young People and Families Leadership and Management if not already held.

• The role requires flexibility to undertake additional duties in response to the needs of the service.
• The successful candidate will be expected to submit an application to Ofsted to become the Registered Manager.
• The organisation is committed to delivering innovative, high-quality services that enable young people to participate fully in their communities and achieve positive outcomes.
• Close partnership working with therapeutic services is a key element of the role.

To apply for this exceptional opportunity please call Tabitha at Purosearch on (phone number removed) or send your CV direct to (url removed)