Registered Manager Children's Services

Job Description:

Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Services

Buttons Recruitment is delighted to present an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to lead a new children’s residential service.

Role: Registered Manager – Children’s Services
Location: Tamworth, Staffordshire
Salary: £55,000 – £65,000 per annum + loyalty bonuses
Home Size: 2-bed children’s home
Start Date: ASAP

This is a fantastic opportunity to establish and lead a high-quality 2-bed children’s residential home from the ground up. You will be fully supported by an engaged director team and strong financial backing, enabling you to develop an outstanding service environment for young people.

The role is ideal for an experienced Registered Manager or a strong Deputy Manager ready to step into a Registered Manager position, with proven knowledge of children’s residential care and regulatory standards.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ experience within the children’s residential sector

• Strong understanding of governance and Ofsted regulations

• Level 5 Diploma in Children’s Residential Management (or willingness to complete within the first 12 months)

• Minimum Level 4 NVQ in Children’s Residential Management

• Good understanding of budgeting, reporting, and operational management

Compliance Requirements

Offers of employment will be subject to:

• Satisfactory references

• Enhanced Adult and Child DBS check

• Full employment history verification

• Proof of eligibility to work in the UK

Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.

Interviews are scheduled for next week, so early applications are encouraged. If you are passionate about making a positive impact and leading a high-quality children’s service, we would love to hear from you.