Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum + Performance Bonus Scheme (OTE up to £65,000)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Join Bright Life Living
At Bright Life Living, we are looking for an ambitious, passionate and motivated individual to join us as a Trainee Registered Children's Home Manager within one of our children's residential homes supporting children and young people with Learning Disabilities (LD).
Following an exciting period of growth and expansion, this is a fantastic opportunity to take the next step in your career. You'll work alongside experienced leaders, receiving the support, mentoring and development needed to successfully become a Registered Manager.
This role is ideal for an experienced Deputy Manager or an aspiring leader with substantial experience in children's residential care who is ready to progress into registration.
At Bright Life Living, we believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing and aspirational environment where they can thrive and achieve their full potential. We are looking for someone who shares our values and is committed to delivering outstanding, person-centred care and support.
What We Offer
- Salary of £45,000 - £55,000 per annum
- Performance-related bonus scheme with realistic OTE of up to £65,000
- Full occupancy bonus
- Ofsted rating bonus
- Paid birthday leave
- Blue Light Card and employee discounts
- Fully funded training and qualifications
- Tailored career development programme to support your journey to Registered Manager
- Ongoing mentoring from experienced operational leaders
- Employee wellbeing programme
- Company pension scheme
- Refer-a-friend bonus of up to £500
- Company events and recognition initiatives
- Discounted or free food
About the Role
As a Trainee Registered Children's Home Manager, you will work closely with senior leaders to develop the skills, knowledge and confidence required to become a successful Registered Manager.
You will play a key role in the day-to-day leadership of the home, supporting the delivery of high-quality care while developing your understanding of regulatory compliance, safeguarding, leadership and operational management.
You will support and inspire a dedicated team providing care to children and young people with Learning Disabilities, ensuring every child receives individualised support that promotes independence, communication, emotional wellbeing and positive life experiences.
You will contribute to creating a safe, structured and nurturing environment where children and young people are encouraged to develop essential life skills, build confidence and achieve their personal goals.
Working alongside families, education providers, healthcare professionals and external agencies, you will help ensure children receive consistent, holistic and person-centred support.
With the guidance of our experienced leadership team, you will develop the knowledge and confidence to lead a children's home, prepare for Ofsted inspections and successfully achieve Registered Manager status.
As Bright Life Living continues to grow, there will be excellent opportunities for career progression and increased operational responsibility for high-performing leaders who demonstrate strong leadership and a commitment to excellence.
Essential Requirements
- NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards if not already achieved)
- NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence
- Minimum three years' experience within a children's residential care setting
- Previous experience as a Deputy Manager, Team Leader or Senior Residential Support Worker with supervisory responsibilities
- Experience supporting children and young people with Learning Disabilities and additional needs
- Good knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and safeguarding practices
- An understanding of Ofsted requirements and inspections
- Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
- A child-centred and person-centred approach to care and support
- Understanding of positive behaviour support and promoting independence
- The ambition and commitment to progress into a Registered Manager position
Interested?
If you're ready to take the next step towards becoming a Registered Children's Home Manager and want to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people with Learning Disabilities, we'd love to hear from you.
Join Bright Life Living and build your leadership career with an organisation that is committed to developing outstanding managers.
Please note: We are unable to offer sponsorship, including visa transfers, for this position.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £45,000.00-£65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
Experience:
- Children's Care Home Management: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Full UK Manual Driving Licence (required)
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (Residential) (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
