Are you an experienced Registered Manager or a strong Deputy Manager ready to step up, passionate about providing outstanding care and support for children and young people?
We are delighted to be working with a high-quality, child-centred residential organisation dedicated to providing safe, nurturing and therapeutic homes for children with complex needs. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of an established children’s home where your leadership, compassion and professionalism will directly influence the lives of young people.

Role Overview:

• Lead and inspire the residential team, promoting a therapeutic and child-centred culture
• Ensure exceptional care standards in line with Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
• Apply PACE principles to support consistent, attuned and nurturing care
• Oversee care plans, placement plans, risk assessments and safeguarding practice
• Build strong relationships with young people, families and external professionals
• Manage staffing, rotas, budgets and day-to-day operational responsibilities
• Ensure full compliance and readiness for Ofsted inspections
• Support staff development through supervision, training and reflective practice

Requirements:

• Level 5 Diploma (or willingness to work towards)
• Level 3/4 Residential Childcare qualification
• Minimum 2 years’ recent experience in residential childcare
• Experience supervising/managing staff
• Strong understanding of regulations, safeguarding and Ofsted expectations
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable:

• Proven track record of Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings
• Experience working with trauma, attachment and complex needs

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Supportive, therapeutic organisation
• Ongoing training, development and progression opportunities

Recruitment Timeline:
We are keen to appoint the right candidate and encourage prompt applications. The recruitment process includes initial screening followed by interviews for shortlisted applicants. The successful candidate will receive an offer subject to references and an enhanced DBS.

To apply, please submit your CV or for a confidential discussion about the role, contact Courtney on 01926 356 547 or email courtney@hamptonsresourcing.com