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Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Gloucester
Salary: £45,000 – £50,000 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday – Friday) + Optional overtime
About the Organisation
Our client provides life-changing support to children and young people through Residential Care, Supported Living and UASC services. Their mission is to empower young people to overcome challenges, build confidence, and achieve positive long-term outcomes. They are seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead the service.
The Role
As Registered Manager, you will shape and develop a nurturing, safe and aspirational environment where young people can thrive. You’ll oversee daily operations, compliance, staff leadership, and the Ofsted registration process while driving high standards of care and safeguarding.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the setup and operational running of a new children’s residential home.
- Manage and develop staff, including supervisions, training and rota management.
- Ensure full compliance with Ofsted and children’s home regulations, completing audits and Reg 44 actions.
- Create and maintain personalised care plans that champion each child’s needs and aspirations.
- Act as a safeguarding lead and advocate for young people.
- Oversee budgets, resources, and health and safety across the home.
- Take part in on-call duties as required.
About You:
- Experience in a leadership role within a children’s residential or support setting.
- Level 5 Leadership and Management (or working towards).
- Strong understanding of safeguarding, Children’s Act and childcare theory.
- Resilient, motivated, calm and supportive in challenging situations.
- Excellent communicator with strong organisational skills.
- Full UK driving licence.
- Physically fit and able to meet the demands of the role.
Benefits:
- Inclusive, supportive working culture
- Bank holidays off
- Casual dress
- Free gym access and annual health check
- Free on-site parking
- Company pension
- Ongoing training and development
- Performance bonus
Apply now with an up-to-date CV.
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