Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Job Description:

Job Description 

Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home 
📍 CV3, Coventry, West Midlands 
💷 £50,000 – £55,000 per annum + £1,000 Golden Hello 
🕒 Full-time | Permanent | 40 hours per week (Monday–Friday, flexible hours) 
🧭 Regulator: Ofsted 

Overview 

We are recruiting a passionate and experienced Registered Manager to lead a brand-new 3-bed children’s home in CV3, Coventry. The home is fully furnished, Ofsted-ready, and awaiting registration — now seeking a confident leader to shape the culture, team, and service from day one. 

This is an outstanding opportunity for a values-led manager seeking more autonomy, visible impact, and real long-term progression. The provider is newly established and committed to trauma-informed, therapeutic care. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Register and lead the new children’s home through its Ofsted process 

• Recruit, supervise, and develop a new care team 

• Deliver person-centred, therapeutic care for children with EBD, CSE, CE and/or LD 

• Ensure all care and operational standards meet or exceed Ofsted regulations 

• Promote safeguarding, wellbeing, and development of all children in placement 

• Build strong relationships with families, external professionals, and agencies 

• Maintain accurate records and prepare for inspection and audit 

• Lead continuous improvement, quality assurance, and staff development 

Essential Criteria 

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or enrolled) 

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a leadership role within a children’s residential setting 

• In-depth understanding of safeguarding frameworks and Ofsted regulations 

• Full UK driving licence 

• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills 

Desirable Attributes 

• Previous experience registering or opening a new children’s home 

• Background in trauma-informed or therapeutic care 

• Ambition to progress into Responsible Individual or regional leadership roles 

• Experience supporting children affected by CSE, CE, or complex trauma 

What We Offer 

• Competitive Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 per annum (DOE) 

• Bonus: £1,000 Golden Hello upon appointment 

• Support: Mentorship and CPD from a registered Social Worker 

• Schedule: Monday–Friday working pattern (with flexibility) 

• Career Growth: Pathway to RI-level or multi-site leadership 

• Environment: Ethical, supportive, and values-driven provider