Registered Children’s Home Manager – Up to £65,000 (Plus Bonus) – Full time – Cannock Area - 5 Bed EBD Children’s Home
About the Role
We are excited to be working with a fantastic and well Established Children’s Home who is looking to bring on an experienced Registered Children’s Manager. As Home Manager, you’ll take the lead in a therapeutic residential children’s home in Cannock. This is a high impact role with full support from a central team, so you can focus on what matters most the children and the people who care for them. Their central team handles HR, recruitment, training coordination, rota planning, and monthly reports removing distractions so you can focus on care and leadership.
Registered Children’s Home Manager Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day operations of a residential children’s home
- Mentor staff and develop future leaders
- Ensure high standards in care, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance
- Inspire and support your team to deliver exceptional care
- Build positive, trauma-informed relationships with children, families, and professionals
- Create an environment where every child feels safe, valued, and able to rebuild trust
Registered Children’s Home Manager Requirements
- Level 5 NVQ in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or enrolled and working toward completion)
- Minimum 3 years of experience in residential childcare (including 1 year in a supervisory/management role)
- Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and attachment-based practice
- Full UK Driving Licence
- Must meet Ofsted’s ‘fit person’ criteria: Enhanced DBS clearance, Full reference checks, Verified employment history
Why Join this Well Established Children’s Home
- Values-led organisation prioritising relationships, consistency, and trust
- Empowered leadership with systems that support, not hinder
- Long-term outcomes take priority over quick fixes
- Recognition through:
- Performance-based bonuses
- Leadership trust
- Career growth opportunities
- Additional benefits:
- Bonus scheme & performance bonuses
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Referral programme
- Work from home options
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Registered Children's Home Manager - Cannock in Lichfield employer: Health Recruit Network
Join a compassionate and dedicated team at our well-established children's residential home in Plymouth, where you can lead with purpose and make a significant impact on the lives of young people. We offer a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing, continuous professional development, and the opportunity to manage a service rated 'Good' by Ofsted. With competitive salary packages, a company pension, and a focus on health and wellbeing, this role is perfect for those looking to grow their career while making a difference.
