Job Title: Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Salary: From £45,000 DOE + Bonus for Outstanding Rating
Working Hours / Shift Pattern: Full-time
Employment Type: Permanent
Service: Children’s Residential Home
Service Users: Up to 4 young people aged 10–18 who have experienced trauma, adversity and disrupted life experiences
Qualifications Required:
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent) or working towards completion.
- Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Care required.
Experience Required: Substantial experience within children’s residential care as a Registered Manager, Deputy Manager or Senior Residential Practitioner with leadership responsibilities
The Home:
Number of beds: 4
Ofsted rating: Good
Who we are looking for
Our client is seeking a passionate and committed leader who is dedicated to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.
Applications are welcomed from experienced Registered Managers as well as ambitious Deputy Managers who are ready to progress into registration.
The successful candidate will
- Have a strong understanding of safeguarding, children’s legislation and regulatory requirements
- Be passionate about trauma-informed and relationship-based care
- Be able to motivate, develop and inspire staff teams
- Have the confidence, skills and ambition to lead a children’s home
- Be committed to delivering outstanding care and achieving the best possible outcomes for young people
Who you will be working for
Our client is a therapeutic, relationship-led children’s residential care provider that places significant importance on matching, stability and individualised support.
Why this home & company
- Established Good-rated home
- Embedded Clinical Psychology support
- Access to an in-house CALM Associate
- Supportive and accessible Responsible Individual
- Reflective and trauma-informed leadership culture
- Values-led approach focused on children’s outcomes rather than occupancy targets
- Autonomy to shape culture, practice and outcomes
The service benefits from close partnership working with a Clinical Psychology Service and in-house therapeutic support, ensuring trauma-informed practice is embedded throughout daily care and leadership.
Progression
- Opportunities for internal career progression
- Applications welcomed from Deputy Managers looking to step into registration
- Ongoing leadership development
Training / qualifications
- Ongoing professional development and training
- Reflective practice and clinical consultation opportunities
- Therapeutic and trauma-informed leadership support
Benefits
- Relocation package available
- Company pension
- Casual dress
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Bonus for Outstanding Ofsted rating
- Ongoing professional development
Ethos
Children achieve positive outcomes through meaningful relationships, emotional safety, consistency and therapeutic care. The focus is on helping young people recover from difficult experiences, build resilience and develop confidence in their futures.
Culture
The organisation promotes reflective practice, professional curiosity and collaborative problem-solving. Leaders are supported through both operational and therapeutic oversight, creating an environment where staff feel valued, empowered and supported to make informed decisions in the best interests of children.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the day-to-day operation of the home
- Maintain compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
- Ensure safeguarding remains central to all practice
- Oversee care planning, risk management and young people’s progress
- Manage resources effectively and maintain high standards across the home
- Lead Ofsted preparation and continuous improvement activity
- Build strong partnerships with local authorities and professionals
- Develop and support a stable, skilled and motivated staff team
- Ensure children receive safe, nurturing and effective care
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Registered Manager in Newcastle upon Tyne employer: Sgscare
As a leading national children's care provider based in Birmingham, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of our employees. With competitive salaries, comprehensive training programmes, and a strong emphasis on employee wellness, we empower our Registered Managers to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and offers unique opportunities for career advancement in a rewarding environment.
