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Children's Home Registered Manager

United Kingdom, Melksham 60000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted January 20, 2026
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Job Description

We're working with an innovative UK provider of children's residential care and education, and we're looking for a Registered Manager to lead one of our warm, supportive homes in Melksham, Wiltshire.

Job Responsibility

  • Lead a caring, positive home environment
  • Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations and deliver high-quality care
  • Inspire and support a motivated staff team
  • Manage budgets, resources, and the home environment
  • Champion safeguarding and work with external professionals
  • Drive continuous improvement and uphold the Statement of Purpose

Requirements

  • Strong experience in children's residential care management
  • Excellent understanding of legislation and safeguarding
  • Confident leadership, communication, and organisational skills
  • NVQ/QCF Level 3 Children & Young People AND Level 5 Leadership & Management (or willingness to complete)
  • A nurturing, empowering approach
  • Full UK driving licence

What we offer

  • £12,500 welcome bonus
  • Real Living Wage employer
  • Competitive pay rates
  • Christmas bonus
  • Tastecard, Blue Light Card & MyGym discounts
  • Generous Refer-a-Friend scheme
  • Financial wellbeing service & life assurance
  • Comprehensive induction (face-to-face, online, shadowing)
  • Ongoing CPD & SHINE therapeutic training
  • Supportive leadership and strong wellbeing culture

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