At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our team to support children in transitioning from residential care to fostering placements.
- Company: A compassionate organisation dedicated to therapeutic, relationship-based care.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, structured development programme, and ongoing professional training.
- Other info: Supportive environment with clear progression to Registered Manager role.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and experience in children's residential care.
The predicted salary is between 34000 - 34000 £ per year.
We are seeking an ambitious, compassionate, and motivated Trainee Manager who is ready to progress into a Registered Manager position through our structured Managers Development Programme. This is a unique opportunity to join an organisation committed to therapeutic, relationship-based care and develop into a confident and capable Registered Manager with full support, mentoring, and leadership development throughout your journey.
Your journey will begin within our established operational children's home in Newcastle Under Lyme, which is currently transitioning into a specialist therapeutic bridging service. The home is being developed to support children and young people who are ready to transition from residential care into fostering placements but may have become "stuck" within residential services due to trauma, attachment difficulties, or placement instability.
Essential Requirements
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Experience within children's residential care
- Understanding of safeguarding and trauma-informed practice
- Willingness to complete or currently working toward Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification
- Full UK driving licence
What We Offer
- Structured Managers Development Programme
- Clear progression pathway into Registered Manager role
- Full mentoring and leadership support
- Opportunity to shape and develop your own home
- Therapeutic and psychologically informed environment
- Supportive senior leadership team
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Opportunity to work alongside psychologists and fostering professionals
- Bonus structure linked to progression and development
- Excellent earning potential throughout the pathway
If you have the relevant experience and are based in the Newcastle Under Lyme area and would like to learn more, then please contact SaferHandSolutions and ask for Anna Ashley. Alternatively, submit your application for consideration.
Trainee Registered Manager employer: Safer Hand Solutions Ltd
At SaferHandSolutions, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a structured Managers Development Programme that empowers Trainee Registered Managers to grow into confident leaders within a therapeutic and supportive environment. Our Newcastle Under Lyme location provides a unique opportunity to work closely with experienced professionals, including psychologists, while enjoying a clear progression pathway and ongoing professional development, all within a compassionate and relationship-focused care setting.
