Registered Manager Childrens Residential Home

Bedford

Shift pattern:
Full-Time
Flexibility required to meet service needs

Salary:

£47,000 - £50,000

Nocturnal Recruitment Solutions are seeking an experienced, confident Registered Manager to lead a childrens residential home supporting young people with learning disabilities, autism, trauma, and complex needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for a strong leader who is passionate about delivering high-quality care, developing teams, and creating a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive.

You will lead a dedicated staff team and take full responsibility for ensuring the service consistently delivers outstanding, child-centred care.

Key Responsibilities:

As Registered Manager, you will direct the service while creating a supportive and empowering environment centred on the wellbeing of each young person.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and motivating a team to deliver high standards of care
• Overseeing the day-to-day running of the home
• Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and quality standards
• Embedding a trauma-informed and child-centred approach
• Managing staffing, rotas, and resources effectively
• Always maintaining strong safeguarding practices
• Supporting and developing staff through supervision and mentoring
• Building positive relationships with families, professionals, and external agencies
• Driving continuous improvement across the service
• Ensuring a safe, stable, and supportive environment for young people

Requirements:

We are looking for a motivated and experienced professional who can lead with confidence and compassion.

You will need to have:

• Experience managing a regulated childrens home
• A strong understanding of safeguarding and regulatory requirements
• Valid DBS within the last 12 months (preferably on the update service) or willingness to complete a new one
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Residential Childcare), or working towards
• The ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team
• Experience supporting young people with complex needs
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A resilient, proactive, and child-focused approach

• Knowledge of trauma-informed care practices

Why Join Us?

We are committed to creating environments where both young people and staff can succeed.

As Registered Manager, you will benefit from:

• A supportive and experienced leadership team
• A stable service with an established staff team
• Opportunities for professional development and progression
• A comprehensive benefits package including wellbeing, financial, and healthcare support
• The chance to make a genuine and lasting difference

If you are an experienced leader looking for a role where you can have real impact and lead a service with purpose, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your career.

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