At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dedicated team to provide high-quality care for young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
- Company: A compassionate, family-run organisation focused on supporting children in need.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus scheme, funded training, and strong focus on staff wellbeing.
- Other info: Clear progression opportunities and a nurturing, supportive work culture.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management or willingness to complete within 12 months.
The predicted salary is between 52328 - 52328 £ per year.
Location: Locks Heath, Southampton
Salary: From £52,328 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Employment Type: Permanent
Service: Children’s Residential Home
Service Users: Young People (YPs) aged 8–17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and trauma‑related backgrounds
Qualifications Required: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children and Young People’s Services) or willingness to complete within 12 months
Experience in Years Required: Minimum 2 years as a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager in an Ofsted‑registered setting
The Home:
- Location: Locks Heath, Southampton
- Type of YPs: EBD, trauma, neglect, attachment difficulties
- Ofsted Rating: Good (aiming for Outstanding)
Who we are looking for…
A compassionate and dedicated Registered Manager with a proven track record of leading residential teams to deliver high‑quality care and achieve positive outcomes for children and young people. You will be an experienced leader who thrives in a nurturing environment and is passionate about embedding a strong safeguarding and therapeutic culture.
Who you will be working for…
A well‑established and growing provider of children’s residential services, committed to supporting children who have experienced trauma, neglect, and disruption in their early lives.
- Family‑run and child‑centred organisation
- Currently operating multiple homes across the South Coast
- Expansion plans for additional provisions in 2025
- Strong focus on staff wellbeing and development
Why this Home & Company…
- Progression Opportunity: Clear career development into Operational or Regional roles
- Qualification Support: Funded Level 5 and leadership training
- Bonus Scheme: Excellent performance‑related bonuses
- Culture & Ethos: Nurturing, supportive, and child‑focused – “every decision is made with the child at the heart.”
- Benefits Include: Competitive salary, Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD, Pension scheme, Regular supervision and reflective practice, Opportunities to influence and shape new services
Sponsorship is not available for this role.
How to Apply:
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client’s professional and dedicated team, they encourage you to apply today. To apply for this rewarding opportunity, click the Apply button or contact us for more information.
For more information or to book a confidential chat, please contact us at job@sgscare.co.uk
Registered Manager - Ofsted Children Residential in Southampton employer: Sgscare
Join a compassionate and dedicated family-run organisation in Locks Heath, Southampton, where your role as a Registered Manager will be pivotal in delivering high-quality care to young people facing emotional and behavioural difficulties. With a strong focus on staff wellbeing, ongoing professional development, and clear progression opportunities, this nurturing environment ensures that every decision is made with the child at the heart, making it an excellent employer for those passionate about making a difference.
