Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home
Location: Wisbech, Cambridgeshire
Salary: £50,000 per annum
Bonus: £5,000 welcome bonus + up to 21% performance-based annual bonus
Contract Type: Full time, permanent
Driving Licence: Full UK licence - essential

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dedicated Registered Manager to lead a well-established children's residential home in the Wisbech area. The home is Ofsted-rated "Good" and registered for up to 6 children, supported by two experienced Deputy Managers already in post.

This role offers the chance to make a real impact within a supportive and forward-thinking organisation that prioritises quality of care, staff development, and positive outcomes for children and young people.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the day-to-day management of the children's home, ensuring outstanding standards of care and compliance with relevant legislation and guidance

• Lead and support a multi-disciplinary team, promoting a culture of safeguarding, therapeutic care, and professional development

• Be accountable for performance management, supervision, and training of staff to QCF Level 3 and above

• Deliver service improvements and meet key performance and budgetary targets

• Maintain a safe, nurturing environment and act as a positive role model

• Collaborate with external agencies to ensure the best outcomes for young people

• Ensure the home remains compliant with the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in a senior role within a children's residential care setting

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young People's Workforce

• Achieved or working towards Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

• Strong working knowledge of the Children Act 1989, safeguarding protocols, and Ofsted regulations

• Demonstrated leadership skills with a proactive, hands-on approach

• Experience in budgeting and managing financial performance

• Flexible approach to working hours, including on-call responsibilities

• Full UK driving licence is essential

What's on Offer:

• £50,000 base salary

• Welcome bonus of £5,000

• Performance-related bonus worth up to 21% of annual salary

• 32 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays)

• Clear career progression pathways with senior leadership development opportunities

• DBS costs fully covered

• Comprehensive training and CPD support from a dedicated Learning and Development team

• Staff referral scheme (£500 split between referrer and referee)

• Employee assistance programme for wellbeing support

• Access to high street and lifestyle discounts via Blue Light Card and company benefits app

• Recognition and rewards through internal awards programme

If you are a passionate leader committed to delivering outstanding care and want to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

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