Registered Children's Home Manager

* Job Title:

Registered Children’s Home Manager – Chard
* If you think you are the right match for the following opportunity, apply after reading the complete description.

* Salary*:
Up to £53,300 per annum + £10,000 performance-related bonus

* Location*:
Chard, Somerset
Lead an established home with a strong foundation – and make a lasting impact.
Homes2

Inspire are seeking a passionate and experienced Registered Children’s Home Manager to lead our welcoming home in Chard, an established service rated Good by Ofsted. The home provides care and accommodation for up to two young people aged 10–17, both male and female.
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a nurturing, stable home with a dedicated and child-centred team who work together to ensure every young person feels safe, valued, and supported.

* About the home and local area
* Chard is a vibrant market town in South Somerset, offering a blend of countryside living and excellent local amenities. The home itself is spacious, warm, and homely, providing a calm and supportive environment where young people can thrive. Our team take pride in creating a family feel and building strong relationships with the local community, schools, and partner agencies.

* What You’ll Be Doing
* * Leading the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring high-quality care and full regulatory compliance.

* Inspiring, developing, and supporting a passionate staff team.

* Building strong relationships with local services, schools, and community partners.

* Embedding therapeutic care practices and fostering a positive, child-focused culture.

* Managing safeguarding, health and safety, and all operational responsibilities.

* Working closely with the Responsible Individual and wider leadership team to shape the home’s ongoing development.

* What We Offer
* * Competitive salary up to £53,300, plus performance bonuses of up to £10,000.

* 33 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays.

* Comprehensive induction and ongoing training to support your professional growth.

* Award-winning wellbeing support package, including clinical supervision.

* Life assurance, retail discounts, and a healthcare cash plan.

* Clear career progression opportunities across Homes2

Inspire and our partner organisations.

* What You’ll Bring
* * Level 5 Leadership & Management in Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it).

* At least two years’ recent experience in a supervisory or management role within a registered children’s home.

* Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills.

* Robust understanding of legislation, safeguarding, and Ofsted requirements.

* A full UK driving licence.
* At Homes2

Inspire, we’re committed to diversity and inclusion.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience. Male staff are under-represented in our services, and we particularly encourage male applicants to apply. xekaoyc
Ready to lead a Good-rated home and make a real difference?
Apply today or contact our Careers Team for more details: |
Job Type: Full-time
Pay:
Up to £63,300.00 per year
Benefits:

* Casual dress

* Company events

* Company pension

* Discounted or free food

* Employee discount

* Health & wellbeing programme

* On-site parking

* Referral programme

* Sick pay
Licence/Certification:

* UK driving license (required)

Work Location:

In person