Witherslack Group
Registered Manager - Children's Homes
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Registered Manager - Children's Homes
Registered Manager – 7 Bed Children’s Home (Total Package: Up to £60,364 – £73,808 per annum)
Our Vision
Those huge small victories Working in our Children’s Homes means being a part of a young person’s day-to-day life—being there for the highest highs and the lowest lows. As a Registered Manager, you’ll ensure that the home environment is secure, safe, and motivating for both staff and young people. Every small win matters!
We support young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs (SEMH), creating the best possible outcomes for them. Our holistic approach—backed by psychologists, occupational therapists, and clinical teams—helps us deliver the most joined-up SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities) service in the sector.
Your Responsibilities
Here’s what you’ll do to make a real difference:
- Manage day-to-day operations in a 7-bed children’s home, ensuring high-quality care.
- Own Ofsted compliance, maintaining and improving standards of care.
- Engage with new referrals, giving young people stability and pathways to adulthood.
- ** Lead a diverse, dedicated team**, fostering a supportive culture where every member of staff and young person thrives.
What We Offer You (Beyond an Exceptional Salary)
We believe wholeheartedly that you’ll flourish here—we provide:
- Base Salary: £51,331 – £63,553 for a 6-7 bed home
- Financial Incentives:
- Bonus: 10% of salary (reviewed annually)
- £2,500 on-call bonus (~ 10 weekends/year)
- Attendance allowance: £1,400
- 30% long-term incentive bonus (accredited yearly, paid out as a lump sum at a later date)
- Care Academy: 4-week full induction to support your growth.
- Holidays: 7 weeks’ paid leave to recharge.
- Workplace Environment:
- Private healthcare + medical savings
- High-street discounts
- Meals provided
- State-of-the-art facilities in our children’s homes
- Career Progression: Promotions from within are common!
- Flexible Benefits: Adjust your holiday, pension, and life insurance.
- Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance, professional development, and guidance available 24/7.
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About the Role: Bring Your Whole Self
You’ll be joining the UK’s most trusted special education and care provider—assuming responsibility for up to 7 beds, you’ll create stability for some of the country’s most vulnerable young people.
Experience & Attributes
We want leaders who are as enthusiastic as they are capable: ✔ Proven ability to manage a 5-7 bed Ofsted-rated Good/Outstanding children’s home ✔ A leader with deep passion for making a tangible difference in children’s lives. ✔ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (England) ✔ Full, irreversible UK driving licence (held for at least 12 months)
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Why Join Witherslack Group?
We’re all about embracing diversity in every sense. Our workforce, our young people, and our neurodiverse community reflect that inclusivity—because we know everyone brings something special to the table.
- Safeguarding Commitment: You’ll be supported by an enhanced DBS check (at no cost) and an online background search.
- Equal Opportunities: We welcome applications from all backgrounds, identities, and abilities.
- Accessibility: We’ll accommodate adjustments at every stage, ensuring your voice is heard.
And Beyond…
- Refer a Friend, Earn £1,000! When you recommend a colleague who joins, we offer both of you £1,000 bonuses.
** wonderfully scaffolded lives for young people with SEMH needs**—are you ready to take the next step?
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