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Registered Children’s Residential Manager

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  • BS16, Crofts End, City of Bristol
  • £55000 - £65000/annum
  • Social Care
  • Permanent
Date posted: 08/09/2026 12:04:15 PM

Description

Registered Manager – Therapeutic Children's Home Location: Bristol Salary: OTE £70,000 (based on a 40-hour week and performance) Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm or 9:00am-5:00pm Resolve Recruitment Services are recruiting an experienced Registered Manager to lead a brand-new 3-bed therapeutic children's home in Bristol, supporting children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is an exciting opportunity to establish and shape a high-quality, trauma-informed service, leading a dedicated team committed to achieving positive outcomes for children. Key Responsibilities * Register with Ofsted and manage the day-to-day operation of the home. * Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing care team. * Deliver exceptional, child-centred, trauma-informed care. * Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and safeguarding legislation. * Build positive relationships with children, families and external professionals. * Drive the home towards GOOD or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes. * Manage staffing, budgets, rotas and overall service performance. Requirements * Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards). * Minimum 5 years' residential childcare experience. * At least 2 years' experience managing a children's residential home. * Experience supporting children with SEMH and complex trauma. * Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding and Children's Homes legislation. * Full UK Driving Licence. What's on Offer? * OTE £70,000 based on a 40-hour week and performance * Monday to Friday working (8am-4pm or 9am-5pm) * 5.6 weeks' annual leave * Overtime paid or taken as time off in lieu * Three additional personal leave days each year * Ongoing training and professional development * Opportunity to build and lead a new therapeutic service * Supportive senior leadership team * Genuine career progression opportunities If you're an experienced Registered Manager looking to make a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people while leading an ambitious new service, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today through Resolve Recruitment Services

Job Details

Location BS16, Crofts End, City of Bristol
Job Type Permanent
Language English
Salary £55000 - £65000/annum

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