Dual Registered Children's Home Manager
| Posting date: | 08 December 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £65,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 January 2026 |
| Location: | Wolverhampton, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Elwood Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | ERWDEC2501 |
Summary
• Dual Registered Children’s Home Manager
• Wolverhampton (WV13) · Up to £65,000 + Annual Bonus (£3,000) · Full Time · Permanent
• Lead Two New Children’s Homes. Shape the Culture. Build the Team. Create Lasting Change.
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager to take full ownership of two newly opened children’s homes within an established, fast-growing group. If you’re currently in a secure role but craving more autonomy, more influence and the chance to build something from the ground up, this could be the step you’ve been waiting for.
Why This Role Stands Out
• Brand-new dual registered service - two newly launched 2-bed Ofsted-regulated homes (LD & EBD).
• Full autonomy to design, shape and embed the culture, values and staffing structure.
• Exceptional earning potential - up to £65,000 salary + £3,000 annual bonus.
• Part of a stable and ambitious group - 6 homes already open, with 3–4 more planned for 2026.
• Strong leadership progression - clear path to Senior Manager or Operations Manager as the group expands.
• Robust support structure - in-house recruitment team, training function, senior operations support, and corporate systems.
• A role where your decisions genuinely shape outcomes for vulnerable young people.
The Role
• As the Dual Registered Manager, you will:
• Responsible for Operational Leadership
• Manage and oversee two 2-bed Ofsted-regulated children’s homes, supporting young people with learning disabilities, EBD and complex behaviors.
• Lead the brand new services as part of ongoing expansion.
• Work fully in line with SCIFF, Children’s Homes Regulations (2015) and the Quality Standards.
• Ensure both homes maintain full occupancy and high standards of care.
• Take responsibility for safeguarding, risk management, compliance and exceptional operational delivery.
Team Building & Culture
• Personally recruit, induct and shape your new staffing teams.
• Conduct supervisions, appraisals, training needs assessments, rota management and performance oversight.
• Embed the organisation’s values, mission and language across both services.
• Lead with passion, clarity and purpose - inspiring a team that delivers high-quality outcomes.
External Stakeholder Management
• Build strong relationships with local authorities, social workers, schools, health professionals and external agencies.
• Represent the homes confidently during inspections, reviews and multi-agency meetings.
• Ensure both services consistently achieve positive outcomes for young people.
About You
• You will be a confident, experienced and values-driven manager who brings:
• At least 2 years’ experience (within the last 5 years) in a managerial role in children’s residential care - ideally Registered Manager level.
• Experience supporting young people with complex behaviors and/or learning disabilities.
• Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or willingness to complete).
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Children’s Homes Regulations 2015
• Quality Standards
• Care Standards Act 2000
• A proven track record with Ofsted.
• The ability to lead, motivate and inspire teams through growth and change.
What the Organisation Offers
• Up to £65,000 base salary for those with experience and qualification.
• £3,000 annual bonus (based on clear, achievable objectives)
• 33 days annual leave
• Health insurance
• In-house training, L&D and recruitment support
• A family-oriented, stable and supportive culture
• A leadership team with experience from other major national Ofsted providers
• The chance to join during a period of ambitious, well-supported growth phase
• The platform to shape a brand-new service exactly as you believe it should be run
Why Make the Move?
Many Registered Managers are comfortable where they are - which is exactly why this role is different, this is a chance to:
✓ Build a home your way
✓ Lead without legacy issues or inherited problems
✓ Join a group that is financially stable, expanding and well-structured
✓ Fast-track your career into senior leadership
✓ Have genuine influence over outcomes and practice
✓ Work with a proactive, experienced and hands-on senior management team
• If you’ve ever thought “I could run this better if I had the freedom” — this is the opportunity that gives you that freedom.
• Confidential enquiries welcome where your privacy will be at the forefront of our engagement to safeguard those currently in post.
• AGY · Enhanced DBS and full compliance checks required.
• Wolverhampton (WV13) · Up to £65,000 + Annual Bonus (£3,000) · Full Time · Permanent
• Lead Two New Children’s Homes. Shape the Culture. Build the Team. Create Lasting Change.
This is a rare opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager to take full ownership of two newly opened children’s homes within an established, fast-growing group. If you’re currently in a secure role but craving more autonomy, more influence and the chance to build something from the ground up, this could be the step you’ve been waiting for.
Why This Role Stands Out
• Brand-new dual registered service - two newly launched 2-bed Ofsted-regulated homes (LD & EBD).
• Full autonomy to design, shape and embed the culture, values and staffing structure.
• Exceptional earning potential - up to £65,000 salary + £3,000 annual bonus.
• Part of a stable and ambitious group - 6 homes already open, with 3–4 more planned for 2026.
• Strong leadership progression - clear path to Senior Manager or Operations Manager as the group expands.
• Robust support structure - in-house recruitment team, training function, senior operations support, and corporate systems.
• A role where your decisions genuinely shape outcomes for vulnerable young people.
The Role
• As the Dual Registered Manager, you will:
• Responsible for Operational Leadership
• Manage and oversee two 2-bed Ofsted-regulated children’s homes, supporting young people with learning disabilities, EBD and complex behaviors.
• Lead the brand new services as part of ongoing expansion.
• Work fully in line with SCIFF, Children’s Homes Regulations (2015) and the Quality Standards.
• Ensure both homes maintain full occupancy and high standards of care.
• Take responsibility for safeguarding, risk management, compliance and exceptional operational delivery.
Team Building & Culture
• Personally recruit, induct and shape your new staffing teams.
• Conduct supervisions, appraisals, training needs assessments, rota management and performance oversight.
• Embed the organisation’s values, mission and language across both services.
• Lead with passion, clarity and purpose - inspiring a team that delivers high-quality outcomes.
External Stakeholder Management
• Build strong relationships with local authorities, social workers, schools, health professionals and external agencies.
• Represent the homes confidently during inspections, reviews and multi-agency meetings.
• Ensure both services consistently achieve positive outcomes for young people.
About You
• You will be a confident, experienced and values-driven manager who brings:
• At least 2 years’ experience (within the last 5 years) in a managerial role in children’s residential care - ideally Registered Manager level.
• Experience supporting young people with complex behaviors and/or learning disabilities.
• Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or willingness to complete).
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Children’s Homes Regulations 2015
• Quality Standards
• Care Standards Act 2000
• A proven track record with Ofsted.
• The ability to lead, motivate and inspire teams through growth and change.
What the Organisation Offers
• Up to £65,000 base salary for those with experience and qualification.
• £3,000 annual bonus (based on clear, achievable objectives)
• 33 days annual leave
• Health insurance
• In-house training, L&D and recruitment support
• A family-oriented, stable and supportive culture
• A leadership team with experience from other major national Ofsted providers
• The chance to join during a period of ambitious, well-supported growth phase
• The platform to shape a brand-new service exactly as you believe it should be run
Why Make the Move?
Many Registered Managers are comfortable where they are - which is exactly why this role is different, this is a chance to:
✓ Build a home your way
✓ Lead without legacy issues or inherited problems
✓ Join a group that is financially stable, expanding and well-structured
✓ Fast-track your career into senior leadership
✓ Have genuine influence over outcomes and practice
✓ Work with a proactive, experienced and hands-on senior management team
• If you’ve ever thought “I could run this better if I had the freedom” — this is the opportunity that gives you that freedom.
• Confidential enquiries welcome where your privacy will be at the forefront of our engagement to safeguard those currently in post.
• AGY · Enhanced DBS and full compliance checks required.