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Registered Manager - Children's Residential
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Registered Manager - Children's Residential
Location:
Bath and/or Bristol
Salary:
£50,000 per annum + bonus
Every child deserves more than care. They deserve a foundation of love, stability and opportunity.
We are looking for an experienced, resilient and child-centred leader to become Registered Manager of one of our children's residential homes. This is a rare chance to shape a service from the ground up, build a strong staff team, and give children the safe, nurturing environment they deserve.
The role
As Registered Manager, you will hold Ofsted registration for your home and take full responsibility for its day-to-day operation. Working closely with the Responsible Individual and Director, you will lead the staff team, drive continuous improvement, and act as the home's Designated Safeguarding Lead, working towards a rating of “Good” or “Outstanding” at Ofsted inspection.
What you'll be doing
- Holding Ofsted registration and ensuring full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
- Acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead, embedding robust safeguarding practice across the home
- Championing the voice, wishes and feelings of every child, and promoting trauma-informed, rights-based practice
- Providing strong, visible leadership, recruiting and developing a skilled and motivated staff team
- Building effective partnerships with placing authorities, social workers, schools, and health services
- Managing the home's budget, premises, and resources to create a safe and homely environment
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What we're looking for
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare
- Strong working knowledge of the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Ofsted SCCIF
- Proven experience leading and developing a staff team
- A genuine commitment to trauma-informed, child-centred practice
- Resilience, calm under pressure, and excellent communication skills
- A full, valid UK driving licence and willingness to participate in an on-call rota
- A satisfactory enhanced DBS check and references covering your full employment history (this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974)
Why join us
- The opportunity to lead a home and make a lasting difference to children's lives
- A supportive Responsible Individual and Director invested in your success
- Genuine investment in your professional development
- A values-led organisation that puts children's voices at the heart of everything it does
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Ready to lead a home where children truly come first? Apply today with your CV and a short covering letter telling us why this role is right for you.
This role is being managed by our retained HR Consultants, HRCentral Limited. No agents, please.
Our team is committed to providing safe, nurturing, and high-quality care for children across Bristol, Bath, and Hampshire. Our services support a child’s growth, emotional well-being, and long-term stability.
Every child deserves more than care. They deserve a foundation of love, stability, and opportunity. We are a dedicated children’s service provider working across Bristol, Bath, and Hampshire, committed to meeting the diverse needs of children and young people from all walks of life.
Our team is made up of experienced carers, educators, and support professionals who share one common goal: creating safe, nurturing, and empowering environments where children can thrive. Whether a child is in need of short-term care, long-term stability, or specialist support, Anchor provides a dependable framework that prioritises well-being, growth, and resilience.
Salary
£50,000 per annum + bonus
Hours
40 hours per week
Benefits
Competitive salary, bonus, pension
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