Registered Manager

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Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Hatfield, AL10
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 per year (depending on experience)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time
Important: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK and a full clean driving licence.

About the Role
We are recruiting for an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children’s residential home supporting young people aged 8–18 who may have experienced trauma or challenging early life experiences.
This is a key leadership role where you will be responsible for delivering high-quality care and positive outcomes for the children and young people living in the home. You will oversee the day-to-day running of the home, lead and support the staff team, and ensure the service meets all safeguarding and regulatory requirements.
You will also contribute to the ongoing development of the home, helping to maintain high standards of residential childcare.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, supervise, and support the residential childcare team
Manage staff rotas and ensure appropriate staffing levels
Provide mentoring, supervision, and support staff development
Ensure each child’s care plan is followed and their needs are met
Maintain high standards of safeguarding and child protection
Work with external professionals including health, education, and therapy services
Oversee the day-to-day running of the home and ensure a safe, welcoming environment
Maintain accurate records and ensure regulatory compliance
Manage the home’s budget and operational responsibilities
Participate in on-call duties when requiredEssential Requirements

Minimum 5 years’ experience in residential childcare
At least 2 years in a senior residential childcare role
Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and children’s home regulations
Experience managing staff, rotas, and care delivery
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Full clean driving licenceQualification Requirement
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care Services (Children and Young People’s Residential Management)

Desirable

Social Work qualification or relevant post-qualifying award
Experience in therapeutic or trauma-informed childcareHow to Apply
For more information or to apply, please contact:
Emma Brown
(phone number removed) – Option 2 for healthcare
(url removed)
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Location:
Hatfield
Salary:
£50,000 - £55,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Social Care

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