At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a nurturing children's home, ensuring outstanding care and positive outcomes.
- Company: Safe Haven Talent, dedicated to supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, performance bonuses, generous leave, and health support.
- Other info: Enjoy clear career progression and a supportive work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management and 2 years' experience in childcare.
The predicted salary is between 46300 - 53403 £ per year.
- Bretby, United Kingdom | Posted on 11/07/2025
- Safe Haven Talent are proud to be recruiting for an experienced and passionate
- Registered Children’s Home Manager to lead a three‑bedded children’s residential home in
Burton on Trent .
This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate leader who is committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment for children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD).
Responsibilities
- Day‑to‑day management and regulatory compliance of the home.
- Ensuring outstanding levels of care and positive outcomes for young people.
- Working closely with a dedicated care team, leading with empathy and confidence, fostering a culture of trust, consistency, and growth.
- Overseeing Ofsted inspections and maintaining high standards.
- Staff development, motivation, support, and team development.
Requirements
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).
- Minimum
2 years’ experience in a senior or supervisory role within a registered children’s home.
- Comprehensive understanding of
- Children’s Home Regulations and
Ofsted frameworks.
- Strong leadership and communication skills with a child‑centred approach.
- Proven ability to motivate, support, and develop teams.
- Excellent organisational, safeguarding, and record‑keeping skills.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
Benefits
- Competitive salary with up to £10,000 annual performance bonus .
- Generous annual leave entitlement, with the option to purchase additional days.
- Medicash healthcare plan
- claim back everyday medical expenses (dental, optical, etc.).
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering 24/7 confidential support and counselling.
- Access to wellbeing support from an NHS‑trained internal team.
- Discounts on shopping, cinema, travel, and holidays.
- Cycle to Work Scheme and
Blue Light Card eligibility.
- £500 “Refer a Friend” bonus for successful referrals.
- Clear progression pathways and ongoing professional development opportunities.
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We think you need these skills to ace Registered Home Manager
Initiative
Logical Thinking
Problem-Solving Ability
Teamwork
Relationship-Building Skills
Motivation
Proactive Mindset
