Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home

Job Title: Registered Manager – Emotional Well-being Home

Location: Braunstone, Leicestershire

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Registered Manager to lead our Emotional Well-being Home in Braunstone, Leicestershire. This full-time, permanent role offers an exciting opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of children and young people aged 8-18 with complex needs. The service provides a nurturing environment where children can develop confidence, independence, and social skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a team of Residential Workers and coordinating staffing rotas to ensure high-quality care.
• Working collaboratively with the Local Authority to ensure effective matching and placement of young people.
• Creating a positive culture and ethos that meets the complex needs of individual children and the group.
• Quality assuring transition plans and ensuring they are aspirational and supportive of children’s development.
• Maintaining the physical environment of the home to a high standard.
• Leading team meetings to share information, promote practice development, and resolve issues.
• Attending formal meetings to represent the service and contribute to service development.
• Supporting the service to achieve OFSTED standards and maintain an outstanding rating.
• Participating in on-call duties, rota cover, and out-of-hours work as required.

Requirements & Qualifications

• A Level 3 qualification relevant to Residential Childcare.
• Experience working with children in a residential setting, with at least 3 years’ recent experience and 1 year at senior management level.
• Knowledge of OFSTED regulations and standards for children’s homes.
• A valid UK driver’s licence.
• Willingness to work towards the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care and Children & Young People’s Services.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
• Generous pension scheme and annual leave starting at 26 days, increasing with service.
• Flexible working arrangements and hybrid working options.
• Family-friendly leave options, including maternity, paternity, and adoption leave.
• Access to training and development opportunities.
• Employee assistance programs, discounts, and cashback offers through our benefits portal.
• Cycle-to-work scheme and interest‑free season ticket loans.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

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