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Registered Manager - Children and Young People

Registered Manager - Children and Young People

Brook Street Social Care NMRWales, Blaenau Gwent, Ebbw Vale
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Registered Manager - Children and Young People

Location : Blaenau Gwent

Salary : £44,000-£46,000 per annum

Hours : Full-time, 40 hours per week (flexible rota including on-call duties)

Contract : Permanent

About the Role

We are recruiting a highly experienced and dedicated Registered Manager to lead a well-established children's residential home in Blaenau Gwent. This is a pivotal leadership role where you will be responsible for the overall management of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance with relevant regulations and inspection frameworks.

You will lead a committed team in delivering trauma-informed, child-centred care to young people with complex needs, including Autism, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), and those at risk of Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE).

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the delivery of high-quality care in line with Welsh Government's Core Aims and the Wellbeing Act 2014
  • Ensure compliance with safeguarding protocols, RISCA, and inspection frameworks
  • Act as the Designated Safeguarding Officer and oversee all safeguarding practices
  • Manage staff recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal, and development
  • Promote a culture of dignity, respect, and restorative justice within the home
  • Oversee care planning, key working, and behavioural management strategies
  • Maintain accurate records and ensure timely reporting for reviews and inspections
  • Manage budgets, petty cash, and financial reporting
  • Ensure health and safety compliance and promote a positive risk-taking culture
  • Foster a homely, inclusive environment that supports emotional and physical wellbeing
  • Lead on strategic planning, service development, and continuous improvement
  • Promote professional standards and uphold the values of high-quality residential care

Essential Requirements

  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Children's Health and Social Care
  • Registration with Social Care Wales and the DBS Update Service
  • Minimum 2 years' management experience in a residential children's home
  • Strong knowledge of safeguarding, RISCA, and HR procedures
  • Experience supporting children with Autism, EBD, CSE, and mental health needs
  • Full UK Driving Licence (manual)
  • IT literate (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel)

    • Personal Qualities

    We are looking for someone who is :

  • Professional, honest, and resilient
  • Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people
  • A confident leader with excellent communication and organisational skills
  • Able to manage complex situations and lead by example
  • Committed to continuous development and high standards of care

    • Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Casual dress
  • On-site parking
  • Company pension
  • Access to a premiumemployeewellbeing programme including :

    • 24 / 7 counselling and legal advice

  • Health and wellbeing assessments
  • Family care support
  • Personal goal setting and lifestyle recommendations
  • Activity tracking and app integration

    • If you are ready to lead a dedicated team and make a lasting impact in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you.

    Send your CV to

    Or call Kian on 02920 224 755 for an informal chat about the role.

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