Job Title: Registered Manager - Children's Home (EBD & Complex Needs)
Location: Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, KT12
Salary: £53,000 - £61,000 per annum (plus £5,000 welcome/retention incentive and annual bonus)
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Job Description
Registered Manager - Children's Home (EBD & Complex Needs) is an exciting leadership role based in Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, within a small, supportive residential setting for young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties and complex needs. Working for an established care provider (client details fully anonymised), you will lead a dedicated team to deliver safe, consistent and nurturing care that helps young people thrive. This opportunity suits a confident, values-led manager who is passionate about safeguarding, trauma-informed practice and improving outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading day-to-day operations and quality assurance to meet Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards, ensuring the home is always inspection-ready.
- Embedding child-centred practice so young people's views inform routines, activities and care planning, promoting stability and positive experiences.
- Recruiting, developing and retaining a high-performing staff team through effective supervision, coaching, appraisals and a strong, values-driven culture.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or Level 3 Children & Young People with willingness to complete Level 5 within the required timeframe)
- Minimum 2 years' residential childcare experience (within the last 5 years), including at least 1 year in a supervisory/deputy management capacity
- Enhanced DBS Check and Full UK Driving Licence
Benefits & Work Environment
- £53,000 - £61,000 per annum with scope to grow, plus structured performance reward
- £5,000 welcome/retention incentive (paid in staged milestones) and annual bonus linked to quality outcomes
- 32 days annual leave (including bank holidays), plus additional long-service leave and access to professional support and leadership development
Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
Registered Manager – Children’s Home (EBD & Complex Needs) in Walton-on-Thames employer: Vetro Recruitment
Join a reputable children's home in Dover, where we prioritise high-quality, therapeutic care and foster a supportive work culture. As a Deputy Manager, you'll benefit from a competitive salary, generous bonuses, and comprehensive healthcare, alongside opportunities for professional growth and team-building activities that enhance camaraderie among staff. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our loyalty scheme and health support initiatives, making this an excellent place for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people.
