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Registered Manager –Short Break Children’s Home

Are you a passionate leader dedicated to providing exceptional care to children and young people? We’re working with an Outstanding Local Authority where you can truly make a positive impact. This is an extraordinary opportunity to lead a service that transforms the lives of children with complex needs and their families.
We are seeking a Registered Manager for a Short Break Children’s Home—a vibrant, activity‑based service offering essential short breaks for children with disabilities and complex needs. This is a chance to lead a well‑established, highly regarded service supported by a dedicated and experienced team.

We are looking for an experienced, passionate, and caring leader with big aspirations for the service and a strong commitment to delivering outstanding care for children and their families.

About the Role

As the Registered Manager, you will be responsible for leading and inspiring a team of Residential Childcare Officers to deliver high‑quality, person‑centred care. You will set and uphold the highest expectations within the home, ensuring continual improvement and full compliance with safeguarding legislation and Children’s Homes Regulations.
You will play a vital role in shaping a nurturing, therapeutic environment where children can thrive, experience positive outcomes, and enjoy meaningful short‑break opportunities.

What You’ll Do

As Registered Manager, you will:

Lead and motivate a team of 20+ staff, including deputies, residential childcare officers, and support staff
Ensure exceptional standards of care, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance
Oversee care planning, staff development, and operational budgets
Build strong, collaborative relationships with families, professionals, and partner agencies
Champion a therapeutic, child‑centred approach within the home 
Experience you will need:

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management in Residential Childcare
At least 5 years’ experience in residential children’s care
Strong knowledge of safeguarding, Ofsted inspections, and Children’s Homes Regulations
Proven leadership and people‑management skills
Experience supporting children with disabilities
(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact)

Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant.  Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills.  Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process