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DNA - Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home | Swadlincote  | £48,000 - £55,000

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home

📍 Swadlincote, South Derbyshire (DE11)
💰 £48,000 - £55,000 per annum (DOE)
📄 Full-Time | Permanent

DNA Recruitment is recruiting on behalf of a growing children's residential care provider seeking a passionate and dedicated Registered Manager for a brand-new children's home in Swadlincote. 

This is a unique opportunity to join a service from the very beginning and play a key role in shaping a nurturing, stable, and child-focused environment for up to four children and young people aged 7-17 years.

The Opportunity

Whether you're an experienced Registered Manager looking for a fresh challenge or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to take the next step in your career, this role offers the chance to build and lead a service that genuinely prioritises long-term, stable care and positive outcomes for children.

You will be instrumental in leading the home through the Ofsted registration process, building a high-performing team, and creating a warm, family-feel environment where children can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

·    Lead the home through Ofsted registration and ongoing regulatory compliance.
·    Develop and maintain a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic home environment.
·    Recruit, mentor, and lead a dedicated residential care team.
·    Ensure full compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
·    Oversee safeguarding practices and promote positive outcomes for children.
·    Build effective partnerships with local authorities, schools, healthcare professionals, and families.
·    Manage admissions carefully to maintain placement stability.
·    Produce high-quality care plans, risk assessments, and reports.
·    Drive continuous improvement and prepare for Ofsted inspections.

Requirements

·    Minimum 2 years' experience within children's residential care.
·    At least 1 year's experience in a supervisory, deputy, or management capacity.
·    Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).
·    Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, and Ofsted SCCIF.
·    Experience preparing for or participating in Ofsted inspections.
·    Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
·    Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain one).

What's on Offer

✅ Salary £48,000 - £55,000 depending on experience
✅ Opportunity to shape a brand-new children's home from day one
✅ Full support through the Ofsted registration process
✅ Specialist consultancy support available
✅ Comprehensive policies and procedures framework in place
✅ Pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
✅ Ongoing professional development and career progression
✅ Supportive and values-driven leadership team

Apply Today

If you're passionate about delivering exceptional care and want to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people, we'd love to hear from you.