Job Title: Hybrid Registered Manager – Children’s Home
Location: Stockport, Greater Manchester
Salary: £55,000 – £70,000 per year (inclusive of performance bonuses)
Working Hours: Monday to Friday (Hybrid – Minimum 25 hours per week at the home)
Hourly Rate: Dependent on experience and qualifications
Service: Children’s Home
Service Users: YPs with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), Trauma, Neglect
Qualifications Required:
- Level 5 in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (England) or working towards i
Experience in Years Required:
- Minimum 3 years in a residential childcare setting
- At least 1 year in a supervisory or management role
Employment Type: Fixed Term (24 months), Full-time
The Home:
- Number of Beds: 4–5
- Location: Stockport
- Type of YPs: EBD, Trauma, Neglect
- Ofsted Rating: Targeting Good or Outstanding
- Ratio of staff to children: High staff-to-child ratio with Assistant Manager and two Deputy Managers on-site
Who we are looking for…
An experienced leader with a strong grounding in trauma-informed and attachment-based practice. Someone with a proven track record in residential childcare and the ability to inspire, mentor, and safeguard both young people and staff teams. This role requires a resilient, committed individual with the emotional intelligence and professional integrity to meet Ofsted’s fit person criteria and lead a therapeutic environment effectively.
Who you will be working for…
A well‑established and values‑driven children’s care provider with a strong reputation for delivering therapeutic, relationship‑based support.
- Medium‑size organisation with a growing presence
- Focused on consistent, long‑term outcomes for children
- Dedicated central team handling HR, recruitment, training coordination, rota planning, and reporting
- Family-feel culture with high‑level senior leadership support
Why this Home & Company…
- Progression Opportunity: Mentorship and structured development pathways for growth
- Qualification Opportunity: Support to complete Level 5 if currently enrolled
- Benefits:
- Performance‑related bonus of up to £12,000 annually
- £3,000 bonus for Outstanding Ofsted or £1,500 for Good
- Company pension
- Casual dress
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Work‑from‑home options
- Referral scheme
Ethos & Culture:
- Trauma‑informed, therapeutic, and attachment‑based care
- Staff wellbeing is prioritised through regular check‑ins and manageable workloads
- Recognition and autonomy embedded in the leadership structure
Sponsorship is not available
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Registered Manager in Stockport employer: Sgscare
Sgscare in Burgess Hill is an exceptional employer dedicated to creating a supportive and nurturing environment for both staff and the children they care for. With competitive pay, a comprehensive pension scheme, and free training opportunities, employees are encouraged to grow and develop their skills while making a meaningful impact in the lives of young people facing challenges. The collaborative work culture fosters teamwork and respect, making it a rewarding place to build a career in children's residential care.
