Children's Home Registered Manager
| Posting date: | 04 March 2026 |
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| Salary: | £65,000 to £75,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 03 April 2026 |
| Location: | Devizes, Wiltshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Affinity Care Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of an established and reputable children’s residential care provider, seeking a passionate and experienced Registered Manager to lead their solo-placement home located in Devizes (SN10) area.
This is an incredible opportunity to take ownership of a well-supported, well-resourced children’s home—while also positioning yourself for growth, as the role will transition into a dual-home Registered Manager position over the coming months.
You will work closely with the Responsible Individual and Director, who are deeply invested in supporting the home’s success and your ongoing development.
About the Home
Solo-placement residential children’s home
Dedicated team of 10+ support workers
Strong therapeutic ethos and trauma-informed approach
Excellent organisational backing with long-standing stability in the sector
Your Role
As the Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the leadership, development, and regulatory compliance of the home—ensuring that every young person receives exceptional, child-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strong, nurturing leadership for the staff team and promote high standards of practice.
Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations, including achieving positive inspection outcomes.
Oversee day-to-day running of the service, safeguarding, staffing, and care delivery.
Support and develop a team of support workers, including recruitment, supervision, and training.
Create and maintain robust care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour management strategies.
Manage budgets, resources, and home operations effectively.
Participate in the on‑call rota and be available in emergencies.
Work collaboratively with the Responsible Individual, Director, social workers, and external professionals.
Prepare for transitioning into a dual‑home management role as the organisation expands.
About You
We’re looking for someone driven, compassionate, and confident in leading a children’s home. You will ideally be:
An experienced Registered Manager OR
A strong Deputy Manager ready to step up into your first Registered Manager post.
Essential Requirements
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Children’s Residential Care (or working towards/near completion).
Strong experience within children’s residential settings (EBD, trauma-informed, or similar).
Good understanding of Ofsted frameworks and regulatory requirements.
Proven leadership experience with the ability to inspire and develop staff.
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
Confident, resilient, and committed to achieving excellent outcomes for young people.
What’s On Offer
Highly competitive salary: £65,000 – £75,000 DOE
Opportunity to progress into a dual Registered Manager post
Supportive senior leadership team
Stability and backing from an established provider
Autonomy to shape the culture, practice, and future of the home
Career progression and ongoing professional development
This is an incredible opportunity to take ownership of a well-supported, well-resourced children’s home—while also positioning yourself for growth, as the role will transition into a dual-home Registered Manager position over the coming months.
You will work closely with the Responsible Individual and Director, who are deeply invested in supporting the home’s success and your ongoing development.
About the Home
Solo-placement residential children’s home
Dedicated team of 10+ support workers
Strong therapeutic ethos and trauma-informed approach
Excellent organisational backing with long-standing stability in the sector
Your Role
As the Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the leadership, development, and regulatory compliance of the home—ensuring that every young person receives exceptional, child-centred care.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strong, nurturing leadership for the staff team and promote high standards of practice.
Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations, including achieving positive inspection outcomes.
Oversee day-to-day running of the service, safeguarding, staffing, and care delivery.
Support and develop a team of support workers, including recruitment, supervision, and training.
Create and maintain robust care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour management strategies.
Manage budgets, resources, and home operations effectively.
Participate in the on‑call rota and be available in emergencies.
Work collaboratively with the Responsible Individual, Director, social workers, and external professionals.
Prepare for transitioning into a dual‑home management role as the organisation expands.
About You
We’re looking for someone driven, compassionate, and confident in leading a children’s home. You will ideally be:
An experienced Registered Manager OR
A strong Deputy Manager ready to step up into your first Registered Manager post.
Essential Requirements
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Children’s Residential Care (or working towards/near completion).
Strong experience within children’s residential settings (EBD, trauma-informed, or similar).
Good understanding of Ofsted frameworks and regulatory requirements.
Proven leadership experience with the ability to inspire and develop staff.
Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
Confident, resilient, and committed to achieving excellent outcomes for young people.
What’s On Offer
Highly competitive salary: £65,000 – £75,000 DOE
Opportunity to progress into a dual Registered Manager post
Supportive senior leadership team
Stability and backing from an established provider
Autonomy to shape the culture, practice, and future of the home
Career progression and ongoing professional development