Registered Manager - Children's Home - Solo

🌟 Children’s Home Registered Manager 🌟
Location: Barnsley
Salary: £42,381.23 per annum — with potential earnings up to £46,581.23 through Ofsted and Occupancy bonuses
Working Hours: 39 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm, with flexibility for sleep-ins when required)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Sponsorship: Not available

• Number of Beds: 1
• Location: Barnsley
• Type of YPs: Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), Trauma, Neglect
• Ofsted Rating: Awaiting new registration
• Ratio of Staff to Children: 2:1

This is a small, nurturing solo placement home designed to offer stability, safety, and emotional development for one young person with EBD and trauma-related needs.

We’re seeking a motivated Registered Manager who is passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people.

Or a Deputy Manager looking to step up
.

You’ll have a proven record of managing or deputising within Ofsted-regulated children’s homes, with strong leadership skills and an understanding of trauma-informed practice.

Essential Requirements:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (or willingness to work towards it)
• Previous experience managing a team within an Ofsted-registered children’s home
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and Ofsted frameworks (SCCIF)
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• A valid Full UK Driving Licence and access to your own car

A well-established and respected family-run organisation providing residential care since 1993. The company operates several children’s homes across the North of England, with a focus on fostering meaningful relationships and supporting young people’s transitions into adulthood.

They pride themselves on their child-centred ethos
, hands-on leadership
, and commitment to staff development
. As part of the senior management team, you’ll have autonomy and support from experienced Directors and Responsible Individuals.

• Progression Opportunities: Internal promotions and leadership development encouraged
• Qualification Opportunities: Funded training including Level 5 Leadership & Management
• Ethos: Building emotional resilience and promoting independence
• Culture: Supportive, inclusive, and family-feel environment
• Benefits Include:
  • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
  • £3,000 bonus for an Outstanding Ofsted inspection
  • Full Occupancy Bonus of £100 per month
  • On-call payments: £25 (weekdays), £35 (weekends)
  • Mileage allowance (proof of business insurance required)
  • Pension scheme in line with government guidance

As the Registered Manager
, you will:

• Hold overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home
• Lead, develop, and inspire your team to deliver exceptional care
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations, and organisational policies
• Oversee admissions, care planning, and quality assurance
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding and emotional wellbeing for each young person
• Represent the service in meetings with professionals, commissioners, and Ofsted

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