Registered Manager Children’s Residential Home

Job Summary

Job Title: Registered Children’s Residential Home Manager
Location: Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, UK
Salary: £47,000 – £50,000 per year (negotiable based on experience)
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and dedicated Registered Children’s Residential Home Manager to lead a home for children and young people aged 8-18 with Learning Difficulties and/or Emotional Behavioural Difficulties. This role requires a strong and energetic leader who is committed to achieving the best outcomes for vulnerable young people.

You will play a pivotal role in recruiting and managing a new team, providing a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for the children. While challenging at times, this role offers immense personal and professional rewards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the daily operations of a children’s residential home.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a new team of care staff.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding legislation.
• Create and maintain a nurturing, safe, and structured environment for children.
• Develop individual care plans and oversee their implementation.
• Maintain effective communication with families, external agencies, and stakeholders.
• Monitor and ensure high-quality care is provided consistently.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively.

Skills and Experience

• Essential:
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (Children and Young People) or equivalent.
  • At least 2 years of supervisory experience in a children’s residential home.
  • Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding practices.
  • Organised and able to multitask effectively.
  • Strong leadership and motivational skills.
  • Computer literacy.
• Desirable:
  • Previous experience managing a children’s home.

Working Hours

• Full-time, with flexibility required to meet the needs of the home.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary: £47,000 – £50,000 per year.
• 28 days of holiday (inclusive of bank holidays).
• Pension contributions through the NEST Scheme.
• Access to a 24/7 employee assistance program for advice and support.
• SAGE Employee Benefits.
• Recommend-a-Friend scheme.
• Long service awards.
• Birthday bonus.
• Discretionary bonus upon successful probation.
• Employee discount and store discount programs.
• Health and wellbeing initiatives.
• On-site parking.

About the Employer

This role is offered through Nouveau Care, a recruitment business representing a highly regarded residential care provider in Peterborough. The employer is committed to creating a positive difference in young people’s lives by providing tailored care and support in a nurturing environment.

The organisation values professional development and offers robust training and a supportive team culture to help staff succeed. If you are looking for a meaningful role that makes a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Application Process
Interested candidates must be able to commute to or relocate to Peterborough. Please confirm:

• Do you hold a Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent?
• Do you have any current restrictions on working in the UK?

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and suitable references.