Overview
Horizons Residential Care Limited is an established residential childcare provider operating seven therapeutic children’s homes in Scotland. Since 2013, we have delivered high-quality, relationship-based care for children and young people with complex needs.
We are proud recipients of multiple awards, including Best Care Home Group in the UK (2022 & 2023), and have now expanded our services into England with the opening of our new 6-bedded children’s home.
Our ethos is grounded in trauma-informed practice, attachment theory, social pedagogy, and therapeutic life-space interventions, with a strong focus on providing stable, nurturing environments where children can thrive.
The role
As Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the leadership, management, and regulatory compliance of the children’s home in line with:
- The Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015
- The Quality Standards
- Ofsted registration and inspection requirements
You will lead, inspire, and develop a staff team to deliver consistently high-quality, child-centred care, ensuring positive outcomes for children and young people.
This is a pivotal role in a newly opened home and offers the opportunity to shape culture, practice, and standards from the outset, with support from an experienced senior leadership team.
Regulatory & Compliance
- Register with Ofsted as the Registered Manager and maintain registration
- Ensure full compliance with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
- Prepare for, manage, and respond to Ofsted inspections
- Ensure safeguarding, child protection, and safer recruitment practices are embedded and effective
Leadership & Management
- Provide strong, visible leadership and act as a positive role model
- Develop a culture of accountability, reflection, and continuous improvement
- Lead, supervise, and appraise staff, including deputies and senior team members
- Promote staff wellbeing, resilience, and professional development
Care & Outcomes
- Ensure care is trauma-informed, therapeutic, and person-centred
- Promote children’s emotional wellbeing, safety, education, and life chances
- Ensure children’s voices are heard and meaningfully influence care planning
Operational & Financial
- Manage the day-to-day running of the home
- Oversee staffing rotas and deployment to meet children’s needs
- Manage budgets and resources effectively
- Work in partnership with local authorities, education, health, and external professionals
Skills, Qualities & Attributes
- Strong, values-led leadership style
- High emotional intelligence and resilience
- Confident decision-maker with sound professional judgement
- Calm, reflective, and solution-focused
- Excellent communication and conflict-resolution skills
- Commitment to high standards and continuous improvement
Qualifications & Experience (Essential)
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) or equivalent
- Meets Ofsted suitability requirements for Registered Managers
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a management or deputy management role within a children’s residential setting
- Significant experience working with children with complex emotional and behavioural needs
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding and regulatory frameworks
- Full UK driving licence
Working Hours
Monday to Friday, with flexibility to meet the needs of the service, including occasional evenings, on calls, and weekends.
Benefits
- Performance Related Pay of up to £6,000 p.a.
- Enhanced annual leave
- Car Allowance depending on location
- Company pension scheme
- Private medical, dental, and optical insurance
- Free on-site parking
Safeguarding Statement
Horizons Residential Care Limited is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, references, and robust safer recruitment processes.
Equality & Diversity
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive, respectful workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £50,000.00-£65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Discounted or free food
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Berwick-Upon-Tweed TD15: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you registered with the DBS Update Service?
Experience:
- Residential Childcare Management: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (required)
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management Childcare (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
