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Registered Manager – Residential Children's Home

Location: Chard, Somerset

Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Hours: 40 hours per week (flexibility required to meet the needs of the business)

Contract: Full-Time | Permanent

Lead a Dedicated Team and Transform Young Lives

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to join a growing and child-focused organisation in Chard, Somerset. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated leader to manage a residential children's home, supporting children and young people through a trauma-informed approach while driving positive outcomes and maintaining the highest standards of care.

As the Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management of the home, ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations, developing a high-performing team, and creating a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Register with Ofsted as the Registered Manager for the Residential Children's Home.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a team committed to delivering outstanding care through a trauma-informed approach.
• Build positive and trusting relationships with children and young people who have experienced trauma.
• Complete and oversee audits, Regulation 44 visits, Regulation 45 reports, and Ofsted inspections.
• Review, update, and maintain children's records, incident reports, safeguarding documentation, and care plans.
• Ensure all safeguarding concerns are managed appropriately and reported to relevant agencies, including LADO, MASH, and Ofsted.
• Line manage, mentor, and support staff through supervision, probation reviews, and ongoing development.
• Manage staffing levels and participate in the on-call rota.
• Submit Regulatory Notifications where required.
• Promote a positive culture that prioritises children's welfare, development, and achievement.
• Ensure the home operates in accordance with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, and company policies.

About You

Essential Requirements

Full UK Driving Licence.

NVQ/QCF Level 3 or Level 5 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent), or currently working towards the qualification.

Minimum of 12 months' experience in a management position.

At least 2 years' experience within the last 5 years working in a residential children's home.

Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures and relevant legislation.

Excellent leadership, communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.

Strong IT, literacy, and numeracy skills.

Ability to work flexibly and participate in an on-call rota.

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager.
• Experience achieving positive Ofsted outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £55,000 - £65,000 per annum.
• Annual Management Bonus of up to £5,000.
• Opportunity to join an exciting and growing organisation.
• Clear opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Full structured induction programme.
• Funded Level 3 and Level 5 qualifications.
• Company pension scheme.
• Child-focused leadership team committed to positive outcomes.
• Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme.
• Strong focus on employee wellbeing and creating an inclusive workplace culture.

Safeguarding Commitment

As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, the successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and recruit based on merit, irrespective of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, race, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief.

Sponsorship

Refresh Recruitment does not currently hold a Sponsorship Licence. Whilst this status is reviewed regularly, there are currently no plans to apply for one. Applicants must therefore have the right to work in the UK.

Application Process

Our aim is to contact all successful applicants within five working days of receiving an application. If you have not heard from us within this timeframe, please feel free to contact us to confirm that your application has been received.

If you are an experienced residential childcare leader looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while leading a dedicated team, we would love to hear from you.