Registered Manager - Solo Children's Home

Job Title: Registered Manager
Location: Rotherham, South Yorkshire (S66)
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum + £5,000 Welcome Bonus
Working Hours: Full Time - 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Service: Children's Home
Service Users: Young People (7-17) with Learning Disabilities (LD)
Employment Type: Permanent

The Home:

Number of Beds: Solo placement (currently)

Location: Rotherham (S66)

Type of YPs: Learning Disabilities (LD), complex needs, including referrals from higher-level settings

Ofsted Status: Established service

Staff Ratio: High staffing model (typically 3:1, with flexibility to increase based on needs)

This is a specialist solo provision designed to provide highly structured, consistent, and therapeutic care for a young person with complex needs.

Who We Are Looking For

An experienced and confident Registered Manager with a strong track record within Ofsted-regulated children's residential care.

A minimum of 12 months' experience in a Registered Manager position is essential.

A leader who is comfortable managing a solo provision and understands the demands of high-acuity placements.

Strong knowledge of safeguarding, Ofsted regulations, and quality standards.

Ability to lead from the front, support staff development, and maintain a stable and high-performing team.

Calm, resilient, and adaptable in managing complex behaviours and needs.

Full UK driving licence required.

Qualifications Required:

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (or willingness to work towards if not already held)

Who You Will Be Working For

Our client is an established provider within the children's residential sector, specialising in supporting young people with learning disabilities and complex needs.

They operate with a strong emphasis on structure, consistency, and therapeutic care, supported by high staffing ratios and experienced leadership teams.

Why This Home & Company?

Clear progression opportunities within a growing and ambitious organisation

Strong operational and RI support, particularly around Ofsted inspections and service development

Opportunity to lead a specialist solo service with a clear care model

Benefits:

£5,000 welcome bonus

Health insurance

Pension scheme

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Free parking and casual dress

Monthly recognition awards and additional perks

Comprehensive induction and ongoing training

Fully funded Level 5 qualification (if required)

Refer a friend scheme (£750)

How to Apply:

If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking for your next opportunity within a specialist and well-supported service, apply today.

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