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City of Wolverhampton Council, Children's Home Registered Manager
Salary
£52,413 - £56,730 (Grade 8) plus on-call payments of £10.51 per standby on top of the salary and a market forces payment of £5,000 per year until 01/09/2028
Hours
37 hours per week
Contract type
Full Time, Permanent
Looking for a New Opportunity?
Would you like to manage a home where children come first?
If so, this is the role for you!!
City of Wolverhampton Council Children’s Services is a ‘Good’ rated local authority with ‘Outstanding’ leadership and management. We are on our journey to provide outstanding care to our children and young people in care.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced and dynamic manager to join us on our service in providing excellent care to Wolverhampton children and young people in care. We are seeking a manager who is responsible and is looking for more autonomy over decision-making within their home.
This is a fantastic opportunity to progress your career and be part of something new and innovative. You will work closely with the Service Manager to support an established team to provide outstanding care to two Wolverhampton young people who have experienced trauma.
Key Responsibilities
You will be:
- Recent and relevant experience in children’s residential care, with substantial involvement (approximately 2 years or more) in roles supporting children living in residential settings
- Child-focused and passionate about making a difference to children and young people’s lives.
- Experienced in connecting with young people who have experienced trauma.
- Knowledgeable and experienced in delivering good quality care in line with the SCCIF and Ofsted Children’s Home Regulations 2015.
- Knowledgeable and experienced in delivering good outcomes for children and young people who have social and emotional needs.
- Qualified in, or working towards, the Level 5 Diploma in Health and Social Care.
Additional Information
This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Please note: interviews are taking place in person at Civic Centre on the 10th September 2026, Wolverhampton WV1 1HE. There will be a presentation to be prepared before the day.
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You will also be required to attend a Children's panel. Further details will be provided to shortlisted candidates.
If you have any queries about the role, please contact Jazmine Walker, Head of Service for Children and Young People in care, via jazmine.walker@wolverhampton.gov.uk
NJC Pay Award for 2026 / 2027
The annual pay increases for 2026/27 for NJC Local Government Employees are currently being negotiated and, once agreed, will be effective from 1 April 2026.
Our Working Arrangements
All council roles are allocated to either a fixed, field, or flexible work style. Some roles are agile which enable and empower employees to maximize their performance and productivity, whilst maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
- Fixed Workstyle: Work in a fixed permanent council location.
- Field Workstyle: Employees are required to be out working in the community with a minimum requirement for 'touch down' space at any council location.
- Flexible Workstyle: Flexible base location to meet the needs of the business and employees can work from a mixture of home or any council office, partner/client, or external location, as required to meet service requirements.
Please refer to the Job Description for further information on the workstyle assigned to the role you are applying for.
For More Information
For more information about working for our organization including the culture of the Council, the Council plan and vision, staff equality forums, core HR policies, and much more please click here.
Diversity
We are committed to building a workforce that is reflective of the diverse community we serve. We want to attract the best applications from people of all backgrounds and underrepresented groups because we strongly believe in adding value through diversity, inclusion, and equality. Our employees enable us to deliver services that are accessible, inclusive, and reflective of Wolverhampton residents.
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Our status as a Disability Confident Employer showcases our commitment to people with disabilities or health conditions, advocating for their opportunities and potential. We've received the Stonewall Silver Award, emphasizing our dedication to the LGBT+ community by nurturing an inspiring, inclusive, and equal workplace. As of March 2023, the RACE Code Quality Mark signifies our active engagement with racial equality. These recognitions validate our continuous efforts towards fostering an inclusive work environment that respects and values our diverse employees.
As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer, and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the essential criteria for the post.
We encourage, inspire, and value an inclusive culture here at the council where employees can flourish, thrive, and be themselves. We have four staff equality forums for employees to join. These help to ensure our employees have a voice, they feel empowered to speak up, and where everyone is treated with respect.
Recruitment of Ex-Offenders
We are committed to the fair treatment of all our employees, potential employees, or users of our service regardless of offending background. The Council uses the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for any vacancies that require a DBS check to obtain information about applicants to assess their suitability for employment in positions of trust. We do not discriminate unfairly against any individual on the basis of a conviction or any other information revealed as a result of a DBS disclosure.
Employment Information & Support
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Attached Documents
- Registered Manager JD Sept 2025.pdf
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