Registered Children's Home Manager

As a Registered Children's Home Manager, you'll lead a multi-occupancy home for up to four children, fostering a supportive and nurturing environment. Guided by therapeutic models like Dyadic Development Psychotherapy (DDP) and PACE, you'll empower young people to heal, grow, and thrive. What You'll Do:

• Manage day-to-day operations with excellence and care.
• Lead and inspire your team to deliver exceptional support.
• Collaborate with senior management to drive innovation and achieve strategic goals.
• Continuously improve practices to meet and exceed care standards.
  
  Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Care (or equivalent).
• At least 3 years in residential childcare and 2 years in a managerial role (Deputy Managers or Team Leaders are welcome to apply).
• Proven ability to lead under pressure with outstanding decision-making skills.
Additional Requirements:
• UK driving license and vehicle access.
• Right to work in the UK.
  
  Are you a dedicated leader ready to shape the future of children in care? Join New Forest Care, a leading provider of residential care, education, activity residential care, therapy and support for young people. With 11 high-quality homes across the New Forest and the Hampshire/Wiltshire border, we pride ourselves on our therapeutic, child-focused approach and exceptional staff-to-child ratios.
  
  We offer more than just a job - we provide a fulfilling career in a supportive, rewarding environment.
• High Staff-to-Child Ratios: No agency staff.
• Comprehensive Training: Regular in-house sessions and induction programs.
• Funded Qualifications: Progress your career with Diplomas in Residential Childcare and Leadership.
• Exclusive Perks: Blue Light Card eligibility, discretionary rewards, and meal provisions during shifts.
• Generous Benefits:
+ Enhanced company sick pay scheme. + 5.6 weeks annual leave (inc. Bank Holidays) increasing with service. + Employee Assistance Programme. + Staff Discount scheme (300 plus retailers). + Enhanced DBS covered. Competitive Salary:
• Managing 1 Home: £45,000 - £56,000
• Managing 2+ Homes: £56,000 - £65,000
Ready to Make an Impact? If you're passionate about leading with purpose and want to transform lives, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and become a key part of our mission at New Forest Care! THE COMPANY IS UNABLE TO SPONSOR EMPLOYMENT OF INTERNATIONAL WORKERS IN THIS ROLE. YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE EVIDENCE OF YOUR RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK. Our Commitment to Safeguarding We are steadfast in our mission to protect the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will undergo thorough child protection screening, including employment references and enhanced DBS checks.