Children's Home Manager
- Shrewsbury, Shropshire
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: UK-wide | Competitive Salary + Bonus + IncentivesAre you a passionate leader with a drive to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people? We're looking for an experienced Registered Manager to join our team and lead one of our Ofsted-regulated children’s homes, creating a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for every child.What We Offer:Competitive Starting Salary (based on experience)£5,000 Annual Quality & Commercial BonusManagement Incentive Plan – Share in the long-term success of the organisationComprehensive Induction ProgrammeOngoing Management Development through our in-house Leadership Academy, designed to enhance behavioural skills, inspire growth, and empower strong, people-first leadershipEmployee Benefits including:Employee Assistance ServiceWellbeing & Mental Health Support ProgrammeRecommend a Friend schemeTeam Rewards with discounts on restaurants and family attractionsLong Service AwardsPension SchemeAbout the Role:As a Registered Manager, you will take full operational responsibility for your home, ensuring high-quality care and compliance with all relevant standards and regulations.You will:Develop personalised care plans for each young person, covering social, emotional, therapeutic, and educational needsRecruit, train, and retain a dedicated team to ensure consistency and a familiar, supportive environmentFoster a culture of consultation where young people are empowered to share their views on their careAssign Key Workers to support each child’s care plan deliveryLead your team in maintaining outstanding standards in line with the home’s Statement of Purpose and national quality standardsManage complaints and safeguarding issues effectively and promptlyWork collaboratively with parents, carers, professionals, and external agenciesAttend and contribute to planning and review meetings for each young personEmbed a culture of safety, accountability, and excellenceWhat We're Looking For:Experience: Minimum 2 years in children’s residential care, including 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 yearsQualifications:Essential: Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential CarePreferred: Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to enrol within 6 months)Knowledge: Familiarity with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations, Quality Standards, and Ofsted SCCIFSkills: Strong leadership, organisation, budgeting, and team management abilitiesCommunication: Excellent verbal and written communicationSpecialist Knowledge: Experience working with children with emotional and behavioural difficulties and trauma-informed careOther: Full UK Driving Licence requiredWhy Join Us?We believe every child deserves a safe and inspiring place to grow. Our homes are more than just places of care—they’re nurturing environments where children are supported to thrive emotionally, socially, and educationally.By joining our team, you’ll gain more than just a job—you’ll become part of a supportive network with real opportunities for personal and professional growth. Every day is an opportunity to make a real difference.