Senior Registered Manager in Walker

We are seeking a passionate and committed Registered Manager to lead our established, Good-rated children's home in Newcastle. This is an exciting opportunity for either an experienced Registered Manager or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to take the next step within a supportive, therapeutic and relationship-led organisation.

Our home provides care for up to four young people aged 10–18 who have experienced trauma, adversity and disrupted life experiences. We believe that positive outcomes are achieved through meaningful relationships, emotional safety, consistency and therapeutic care. We are committed to delivering truly trauma-informed care that is underpinned by clinical expertise, reflective practice and a deep understanding of child development and attachment.

In addition, the service is supported by an in-house CALM Associate who works alongside the home's leadership team and clinical professionals to help embed therapeutic principles into everyday practice. Through consultation, guidance and reflective support, they help create a consistent and emotionally informed environment for both young people and staff. This integrated approach enables teams to better understand the impact of trauma, respond thoughtfully to complex behaviours and maintain a culture where relationships, regulation and emotional wellbeing remain central to practice.

We recognise that leading a children's home can be professionally rewarding whilst also carrying significant emotional responsibility. Our leadership model combines strong regulatory oversight with reflective, trauma-informed practice. Our Responsible Individual works closely alongside our Clinical Psychologist and receives regular clinical supervision, helping to ensure therapeutic thinking is embedded throughout the organisation's leadership structure. Importantly, the Responsible Individual and Registered Manager share opportunities for reflective discussion and consultation, creating a culture where complex decisions can be explored collaboratively through both operational and therapeutic lenses.

Alongside formal supervision and regulatory oversight, Registered Managers are encouraged to engage in reflective practice, professional curiosity and collaborative problem-solving. We believe that effective leadership develops through supportive challenge, shared learning and genuine understanding of the complexities involved in caring for children who have experienced trauma. Rather than focusing solely on compliance, we strive to create a culture where leaders feel supported, valued and empowered to make informed decisions that achieve the best possible outcomes for children and young people.

As Registered Manager, you will be joining a provider that values its leaders and understands that outstanding care starts with supported staff teams.

• Ongoing professional development and training
• Opportunities for internal career progression
• A values-led organisation focused on children rather than occupancy targets
• Bonus for Outstanding rating

As Registered Manager, you will:

• Create a warm, nurturing and therapeutic environment where young people feel safe and cared for
• Support young people to achieve positive outcomes in education, health, emotional wellbeing and independence
• Build strong relationships with families, professionals and local authorities
• Ensure the home continues to provide high-quality care and positive experiences for every young person
• Drive continuous improvement and service development

You will play a vital role in helping children recover from difficult experiences, build resilience and develop confidence in their future.

Requirements:

• Holds the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent), or is working towards completion
• Has substantial experience within children's residential care as either a Registered Manager, Deputy Manager or Senior Residential Practitioner with leadership responsibilities
• Has the confidence, skills and ambition to lead a children's home and drive positive outcomes for young people
• Possesses a strong understanding of safeguarding, children's legislation and regulatory requirements
• Is passionate about trauma-informed and relationship-based care
• Is committed to delivering outstanding care and achieving the best possible outcomes for children and young people
• 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
• Lead preparation for Ofsted inspections and continuous improvement activity
• Build strong partnerships with local authorities and external professionals
• Ensure children receive safe, nurturing and effective care

It is an opportunity to lead a home where children are given the time, understanding and support they need to recover from difficult experiences and build positive futures. If you are looking for a role where your leadership will be valued, your wellbeing supported and your decisions informed through both therapeutic and regulatory expertise, we would love to hear from you.