About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Children’s Home Manager to lead the day-to-day operation of a Children’s Home, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations.

As the Registered Children’s Home Manager, you will be responsible for all aspects of the day-to-day running of the Children’s Home, promoting the safeguarding and welfare of young people at all times. You will ensure the home is fully compliant with relevant legislation, contractual requirements, and inspection frameworks, including meeting young people’s health and educational needs.

The role includes assisting with budget preparation and managing and controlling budgets within agreed financial parameters. You will be responsible for identifying staffing and resourcing needs, overseeing recruitment, training, and ongoing development to optimise service delivery. You will also promote a positive health and safety culture and participate in the on-call rota in support of the Children’s Home.

About You

You will hold a professional social work qualification and/or QCF Level 5 (or be working towards this). You will have substantial managerial experience within a similar environment, including at least one year in a supervisory role within a care setting, along with a minimum of two years’ residential care experience.

You will have strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to coach, support, and develop staff to deliver high-quality care. You will be confident in managing budgets, implementing legislation and regulatory changes, and working collaboratively with a range of professionals and external agencies.

A full UK driving licence is essential.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £45,000 – £50,000 per annum

• Opportunity to lead and shape a Children’s Home and make a real difference to young people’s lives

• Supportive senior leadership and opportunities for professional development

About the Client

Our client is a specialist provider of therapeutic children’s care, dedicated to placing children at the heart of everything they do. The organisation is committed to making a positive difference in every child’s life by helping them thrive, achieve their best, and be happy.

Our client operates children’s homes in Northamptonshire, offering safe, nurturing environments that support therapeutic care and provide access to education, health, and community services. Staff are trained in the PACE model (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, and Empathy), ensuring a trauma-informed, compassionate approach to supporting children and young people.

Recruitment Timeline

We are committed to appointing the most suitable candidate and therefore encourage early applications. The recruitment process will involve an initial screening, followed by interviews for successful applicants.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

How to Apply

Please complete the below form and include an up-to-date CV. For a confidential discussion about the role, please contact Daisy on daisy@hamptonsresourcing.com or call 01926 695216.

Hamptons is passionate about equality and is committed to developing an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant regardless of your individual needs. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.