Residential Care Manager

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Residential Care Manager to lead a high quality home which specialises in admitting children and young people diagnosed with a learning disability.

Position: Residential Care Manager

Location: Reading

Salary: £40,000 £42,000 per annum

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

As a Residential Care Manager, you will take the lead in delivering safe, supportive and empowering accommodation for young people preparing to transition to independent adulthood. You will be responsible for the effective day-to-day running of semi-independent services, line managing staff teams and ensuring that services meet all regulatory and quality standards.

Key responsibilities include:

• Holding Ofsted registration and maintaining full compliance with inspection and regulatory requirements.
• Leading and managing a team of support workers and team leads to deliver consistent, high-quality care.
• Overseeing daily operations and ensuring environments are safe, supportive and tailored to young people's individual needs.
• Creating, implementing and reviewing support plans and risk assessments.
• Promoting safeguarding, personal development and the rights of young people.
• Developing strong relationships with local authorities, families, and other external stakeholders.
• Preparing services for Ofsted inspections and responding effectively to feedback.

This is a key leadership role for someone who is passionate about making a difference and improving outcomes for vulnerable young people.

About You

You will be a strong and compassionate leader with a deep understanding of the needs of young people in care and supported accommodation.

You will have:

• Experience managing services for children and young people, ideally within supported or semi-independent settings.
• A strong working knowledge of relevant UK legislation, safeguarding, and trauma-informed practice.
• Confidence in managing staff performance and ensuring operational quality.
• A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children & Young People) or be willing to work towards it.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted
• Desirable Registered Ofsted inspector

About the Organisation

This opportunity is offered through NFP People on behalf of a not-for-profit organisation committed to delivering holistic, person-centred care. Services include Ofsted-registered residential care, semi-independent accommodation and family focused support for children and young people across Reading.

The organisation s dedicated team empowers young people to build confidence, independence and a brighter future, offering high-quality support in a nurturing and trauma-informed environment.

Other job titles that may apply to this role:

Registered Manager, Home Manager, Team Leader, Senior Home Carer, Senior Care Worker, Service Manager, Home Manager, Registered Care Home Manager, Care Operations Coordinator, Nursing Home Manager, Deputy Care Manager, Residential Care Manager, CQC Registered, etc.