Location: Swadlincote, DE12
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established client for an experienced and dedicated Registered Manager to lead a 3-bed Children’s Residential Home supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
This is an excellent opportunity to join a fully operational, Ofsted-registered home with a stable and experienced staff team already in place. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining high standards of care and driving positive outcomes for children and young people.
Deputy Managers looking to progress into their first Registered Manager position are strongly encouraged to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the home.
- Ensure the delivery of high-quality, child-centred care.
- Maintain compliance with Ofsted regulations, Children’s Homes Regulations, and quality standards.
- Support, supervise, and develop staff through effective leadership and mentoring.
- Promote a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for children and young people.
- Monitor care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding practices.
- Build positive relationships with external professionals, families, and local authorities.
- Drive continuous improvement and positive outcomes across the service.
Requirements
Essential
- Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent).
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards).
- Minimum 1 year of experience as a Deputy Manager within a children’s residential setting, or previous experience as a Registered Manager.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
- Excellent understanding of safeguarding and Ofsted requirements.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
- Right to work in the United Kingdom.
What’s on Offer?
- Competitive salary of £50,000 – £60,000 per annum
- 31 days annual leave
- Additional day off for your birthday
- Supportive and established team environment
- Opportunity to lead a fully staffed and registered home
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Company pension scheme
- Employee discount programme
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Company events
- Referral programme
- Casual dress
- Free on-site parking
Location
Applicants must be able to reliably commute to Swadlincote, DE12, or be willing to relocate before starting employment.
Apply Today
If you are an experienced Deputy Manager ready to take the next step in your career, or an established Registered Manager seeking a new opportunity, we would love to hear from you.
For more information or to apply, please contact:
Gold Care Recruitment
📧 info@goldcarerecruitment.co.uk
📞 07446 137291