Children's Home Registered Manager

Lead, Inspire and Make a Lasting Difference

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Children's Home Registered Manager to lead an established residential children's home in Bridgewater.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate leader who is committed to delivering outstanding care and achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. As the Registered Manager, you will provide strong leadership, ensure regulatory compliance, and create a nurturing environment where children can thrive.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the home, maintaining high standards of care, and supporting the continued growth and success of the organisation, including assisting with the development of future homes.

The Role

As Registered Manager, you will be accountable for the effective leadership and management of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care are consistently delivered and maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the home to ensure it meets and exceeds regulatory standards and maintains its current or higher Ofsted rating.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of an established residential children's home.
• Support and lead the opening of future homes, helping to replicate excellent outcomes and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements and the Children's Homes (England) Regulations.
• Lead, develop, and support the staff team, including rota management, holiday approvals, absence cover, training attendance, and bank staff coordination.
• Ensure children receive exceptional standards of care, with positive routines and individual needs at the centre of practice.
• Promote safeguarding and welfare at all times.
• Ensure Health & Safety legislation and all relevant regulations are fully implemented and adhered to.
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding children, staff, systems, and organisational procedures.
• Manage budgets effectively and ensure resources are utilised in the most efficient and beneficial way.
• Drive continuous improvement and create a positive culture within the home.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Essential Requirements

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Previous experience working within a residential children's home setting.
• Experience managing or supervising staff within a care environment.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes legislation.
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
• A commitment to achieving outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Previous Registered Manager experience.
• Proven track record of achieving positive Ofsted outcomes.
• Experience supporting the development or opening of new residential services.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of 55,000 - 65,000 dependent on experience.
• Opportunity to lead an established and successful children's home.
• Career development opportunities within a growing organisation.
• Supportive senior leadership team.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people.

Children's Home Registered Manager

Location: Bridgewater, Somerset
Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 per annum (DOE)
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

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.