Children's Home Manager - Solo Home

Job Title: CIW Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home

Location: Hollywell, Flintshire, Wales

Salary: £50,000-£65,000 (experience dependent) + performance bonuses

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced CIW Registered Manager to lead a children's residential home in Hollywell. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in maintaining high standards of care, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a safe, nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the children's residential home, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for young people.
• Drive compliance with CIW regulatory standards and maintain outstanding inspection results.
• Lead safeguarding initiatives and develop individualised care plans for children with complex needs.
• Manage staff recruitment, supervision, and ongoing training to ensure high-quality care delivery.
• Collaborate with external agencies, families, and stakeholders to support young people's wellbeing and development.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of care practices, implementing improvements as needed.

Requirements

• Level 5 Leadership & Management in Health and Social Care (or actively working towards it).
• Eligibility for CIW Registered Manager registration.
• Proven experience in managing children's residential services, particularly with complex EBD needs.
• Strong understanding of CIW standards, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

Benefits

• Salary £50,000-£70,000 (dependent on experience).
• Performance bonuses based on young people's measurable progression.
• £1,000 referral bonus.
• Free private healthcare.
• Fully funded ongoing specialist training and leadership development to Level 7.
• Clear progression pathways, including opportunities for dual House Manager and Regional Manager roles.
• Support from dedicated quality, compliance, recruitment, and wellbeing teams.

Vetro Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.