Job Title: Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Swindon
Salary: Starting from £45,000 per annum (depending on experience) plus performance-related bonuses
Working Hours / Shift Pattern: 37.5 hours per week | Generally Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. Flexibility required as the service operates 24/7, 365 days per year.
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Service: Children's Residential Home
Qualifications Required: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (or equivalent), or willingness to work towards the qualification
Experience Required: Minimum three years working with children within the last five years, including at least one year in a senior position within children's residential care
The Home:
Our client is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children's residential home in Swindon. This is an opportunity to join a growing organisation committed to delivering outstanding outcomes for children and young people through high-quality, child-centred care.
The successful candidate will be responsible for leading the home, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and regulations, and driving positive outcomes for children. The role offers autonomy, professional growth, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on young people's lives.
Who we are looking for:
We are looking for an enthusiastic, resilient, and experienced leader who has successfully managed an Ofsted-rated Good or Outstanding children's home.
The successful candidate will:
- Be passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people
- Have experience leading and developing residential childcare teams
- Be confident managing Ofsted inspections and regulatory compliance
- Have strong safeguarding knowledge and experience
- Be capable of managing budgets, staffing structures, and service development
- Build effective relationships with local authorities, commissioners, families, and partner agencies
- Demonstrate excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
- Be committed to continuous improvement and achieving at least a Good Ofsted rating
Who you will be working for:
Our client is an ambitious and growing care provider focused on delivering high-quality residential services for children and young people. They are committed to creating nurturing environments where children can thrive and achieve positive outcomes.
Why this home & company:
- Opportunity to lead and shape a children's residential service
- Autonomy to make key operational decisions
- Performance-related bonus opportunities
- Join a growing organisation with ambitious plans for the future
- Strong focus on achieving excellent outcomes for children and young people
- Opportunity to work alongside experienced operational leaders
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Progression:
Our client is committed to supporting career development and progression as the organisation continues to grow.
Training / qualifications:
- Ongoing professional development
- Continuous learning opportunities
- Support towards further qualifications where appropriate
Benefits:
- Starting salary from £45,000 depending on experience
- Performance-related bonuses
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Full-time permanent position
- Supportive management structure
Ethos:
Delivering positive outcomes for children and young people is at the heart of everything our client does. The organisation is committed to providing safe, nurturing, and aspirational environments where children can achieve their full potential.
Culture:
A supportive, child-focused culture that values collaboration, professional development, accountability, and high standards of care. Staff are encouraged to contribute ideas, drive improvement, and play an active role in shaping services.
Sponsorship is not available.
How to apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client’s dedicated team, apply today.
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