Location: Stoke
Salary: £52,000 – £62,000 per year
Hours: Full-time, permanent – Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm
Shifts: Monday to Friday with flexibility required, including approximately 7–10 sleep-ins per month
Contract: Permanent
Please note: We do not hold licences to support overseas candidates. You must have previous experience working within a Children's Residential Home or similar residential childcare setting. Applications are welcomed from experienced Registered Managers and strong Deputy Managers looking to progress into their first Registered Manager position.
We are looking for a committed and experienced Registered Manager to lead a 4-bed Children's Residential Home in the Vale of Belvoir, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager or a strong Deputy Manager ready to take the next step in their career. You will take responsibility for the overall management of the home, ensuring high-quality care, strong safeguarding practices and full regulatory compliance.
You will create a safe, nurturing and structured environment where young people can thrive, while leading and developing the staff team and driving positive outcomes for the children in your care.
This role is suitable for candidates commuting from Melton Mowbray, Grantham, Nottingham, Newark-on-Trent, Leicester, Loughborough and surrounding areas.
Level 3 Diploma in Children's Residential Care required
Level 5 qualification desirable, or willingness to work towards this
Proven experience working within a Children's Residential Home
Experience supporting children and young people with EBD and complex needs
Previous management or senior leadership experience within children's residential care
Applications welcomed from strong Deputy Managers ready to step up into their first Registered Manager role
Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection and promoting the welfare of children
Excellent knowledge of Ofsted requirements and Children's Homes Regulations 2015
Ability to lead, motivate and develop a staff team effectively
Experience with staff recruitment, supervision and development
Ability to oversee individualised care plans, risk assessments and reviews
Strong organisational and record-keeping skills
Ability to manage the day-to-day operation, resources and budget of the home
Confident working with social workers, families and external professionals
Resilient, organised and committed to achieving positive outcomes for young people
Full UK manual driving licence
Eligibility to live and work in the UK without sponsorship
Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm
Flexibility required in line with the needs of the service
169 contracted hours per month
Approximately 7–10 sleep-ins per month
Deputy Managers work a 2 on / 4 off rolling rota
Competitive salary of £52,000 – £62,000 per year
Permanent contract
Paid induction week, including Proactive Approaches restraint training
Accommodation provided during induction for candidates travelling over 1 hour 15 minutes
Shadow shifts following induction
Access to Level 5 qualification
Management Development Programme
Bonus scheme linked to Ofsted ratings and occupancy
Clear internal career progression pathway
No uniform – smart and comfortable attire
Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you!
Call: 02380 118223
Email: [email protected]
SNG Healthcare are advertising this role on behalf of our client. Please send your CV today. All applications will be reviewed within 24 hours, and you will receive a response from Belle.
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