Registered Children's Home Manager

About this Home

We are working with a great company who are opening a new therapeutic children's home for children who’ve experienced developmental trauma. We’re looking for an experienced Registered Manager (or exceptional Deputy ready for the next step) who’s passionate about creating a safe, stable and joyful home where children can truly thrive.

This is a family‑run, therapeutic community of 4 homes all rated Good by Ofsted. They specialise in trauma‑informed, therapeutic residential childcare, with a strong model inspired by Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP). Their homes are filled with warmth, consistency and belonging, and we’re growing carefully to keep quality at the centre.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire your residential childcare team to achieve outstanding outcomes for children.
• Promote a therapeutic culture where behaviour is understood as communication of underlying need.
• Oversee all aspects of the home’s management in line with Children’s Homes Regulations (England) 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Ensure safeguarding, risk management and reflective practice remain central to everything the home does.
• Build a joyful, structured home environment with positive routines, rituals and boundaries that support safety and belonging.
• Develop and mentor your team through coaching, supervision, and performance development.
• Work collaboratively with professionals, families and placing authorities to secure the best outcomes for every child.

About You

• Level5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards completion).
• Experience of managing or deputy‑managing an Ofsted‑registered children's home rated Good or Outstanding.
• Excellent understanding of safeguarding, children’s residential care regulations, and trauma‑informed practice.
• Strong people leadership, emotional resilience, and the ability to stay calm and connected under pressure.
• Experience embedding DDP, PACE, or similar attachment‑and trauma‑informed approaches.
• Track record of leading improvement plans, preparing for Ofsted inspections, and supporting staff development.

What They Offer

• Salary: Up to £60,000 including performance bonus.
• Annual Leave: 32 days, plus one extra day each year of service.
• Private Medical Insurance: Comprehensive cover for you and your wellbeing.
• Therapeutic Training: DDP Level1 & 2, plus ongoing reflective supervision from our Therapeutic Lead.
• Career Development: Clear pathways into Senior Leadership within a growing therapeutic organisation.
• Support & Autonomy: You’ll be trusted to lead, with consistent support from a leadership team who care deeply about outcomes for children and staff wellbeing.
• Recommendation Scheme: £200 voucher for each successful recommendation/referral.

Contact Details

If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please contact Tom Stock directly on . Alternatively, you can apply for the role with your CV to get the ball rolling.

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