Registered Manager - Children's Homes
2026-10-05T00:00:00
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire, GB, NN1 2
Employment Type: Full Time
Application Deadline: 2027-01-04T18:01:17.08
Total package: Up to £67,453 (7 bed children's home) PLUS 30% bonus accrued each year
Working in Our Children's Homes
Working in our Children's Homes means being a part of a young person's day-to-day life. This involves being there for the highest highs and lowest lows. As a Registered Manager, you will ensure that the home environment supports this by making sure both your staff and the young people feel secure, safe, and motivated. There will be challenges along the way but also moments that feel like huge small victories!
Our homes accommodate young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs, aiming to create the best possible outcomes for those in our care. Our service is holistic, touching on every aspect of young people's development, from psychologists and occupational therapists to other clinical team members, achieving positive outcomes through a joined-up SEND service.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operations of the home
- Take ownership of Ofsted requirements
- Enable young people to regain their childhood and create pathways to becoming well-rounded adults
- Be actively involved with new referrals
- Provide a home within the UK's leading provider of specialist education and care
What We Do for You
We recognize your potential and reward your hard work with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. You will have the opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people. Our offerings include:
- Salary: Base salary of £51,331 - £63,553
- Bonuses: £2,500 on-call bonus (approx. 10 weekends per year) and Attendance allowance of £1,400
- Long-term incentive plan: 30% of salary accrued annually and paid as a future lump sum
- Training: A full 4-week induction on our Care Academy
- Holiday: 7 weeks' holiday
- Progression: Many regional managers have been promoted from within
- Flexible benefits: Options to increase/decrease holiday allowance, pension, and life insurance
- Wellbeing: Wellbeing tools and employee assistance
- Private Health Insurance and Medical cover
- Meals provided at work
- Beautiful working environments with top facilities
- Refer-a-Friend scheme offering a £1,000 bonus
Our Culture and Diversity
At Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone's differences. Our workforce reflects the diversity of our young people, enabling us to support and inspire them effectively. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to inclusion and accessibility in our recruitment and workplace practices. We provide adjustments during the recruitment process and in the workplace to support everyone.
What We Need From You
- Experience managing an Ofsted-rated Good or Outstanding children's home
- Passionate and enthusiastic leadership skills with a drive to make a difference
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England)
- Full UK driving license held for at least 12 months
Our Commitment
As part of our commitment to safeguarding, this role requires an enhanced DBS check (covered by us) and an online search. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Related Careers
Children's Support Worker / Residential Support Worker / Care Worker / Career in Care / Working with Children / SEMH
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Registered Manager - Children's Homes in Northampton employer: Providerat Witherslack Group
At Witherslack Group, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that values every team member's contributions. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through our comprehensive training programmes and clear pathways for career progression, ensuring you can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people. Located in Kettering, our beautiful facilities provide a nurturing environment where you can truly bring your whole self to work, supported by a generous benefits package and a focus on wellbeing.
Contact Details:
Providerat Witherslack Group Recruitment Team
