Registered Manager - Children's Homes in Coventry

Registered Manager - Children's Homes

2026-10-05T00:00:00

Location: Coventry, West Midlands, GB, CV1 5

Contract: Full Time

Application Deadline: 2027-01-04T18:01:16.983

Total package: Up to £67,453 (7 bed children's home) PLUS 30% bonus accrued each year

Overview

Those huge small victories Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day to day life. This means being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. As a Registered Manager you will make sure that the home environment can support this by ensuring both your staff and the young people feel secure, safe and motivated. There will be challenges along the way but there will also be the smallest moments which feel like a huge small victory!

Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional and mental health needs, and our aim is to create the best possible outcome for the young people in our care. This is all made possible because our service is holistic and touches on every aspect of our young people's developmental needs. From our Psychologists and Occupational Therapists to many other clinical team members who feed into the overall picture, we achieve positive outcomes by having the most joined-up service in SEND.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations in the home and take ownership of Ofsted requirements.
• Enable young people to regain their childhood and create pathways to become well-rounded adults.
• Be actively involved with new referrals.
• Provide a home in the UK’s leading provider of specialist education and care.

What We Do for You

We know you're going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you'll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you'll get:

• Salary: Base salary of £51,331 - £63,553
• Bonuses: £2,500 on call bonus (approx. 10 weekends per year) and Attendance allowance £1,400
• Long-term incentive plan: a bonus of 30% of salary accrued each year and paid as a future lump sum
• Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy
• Holiday: 7 weeks' holiday
• Progression: Opportunities for career development, with many regional managers promoted from within
• Flexible benefits package: customisable holiday allowance, pension, and life insurance options
• Wellbeing: tools and advice including employee assistance
• Private Health Insurance and Medical cover
• Meals provided at work
• Beautiful working environments with excellent facilities
• A recommend a friend scheme offering a £1,000 bonus for each referral

Core Values and Inclusion

At Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences. Our workforce reflects the diversity of our young people, fostering an environment where everyone can thrive and be themselves. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels respected and valued.

Candidate Requirements

• Experience managing an Ofsted rated Good or Outstanding children's home
• A committed and enthusiastic leader with a passion to make a difference
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England)
• A full UK driving licence held for at least 12 months

Our Commitment to Inclusion and Safeguarding

We embrace neurodiversity and celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities. We are proud to be recognised as an inclusive employer, with accessible recruitment and workplace practices. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer.

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