Two Solo Homes.

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One Powerful Mission.

Are You Ready to Lead? Registered Service Manager – Dual Solo Homes (Dual Registration) £5,000 Welcome Bonus – T&Cs Apply At Wilderness Way, we don’t just run children’s homes — we transform lives.

We’re looking for a bold, compassionate Registered Service Manager to lead a dual-registered solo service: two individual homes, one on each registration, each supporting one child at a time with 2:1 care.This is not your average management role.

This is leadership where it counts — where trauma-informed care meets real purpose, and where your decisions change lives, fast.

What You’ll Do: Run two solo occupancy homes, shaping safe, structured spaces for children who need time to heal Lead from the front — recruit, develop and inspire an exceptional team Build homes that exceed Ofsted expectations and meet every child’s unique needs Drive collaboration with external professionals to achieve outstanding outcomes Embed therapeutic care, high standards and stability from day one What’s In It For You: £5,000 Welcome Bonus (paid in instalments – terms and conditions apply) Salary: Up to £58,344 (based on experience & qualifications) 33 Days Holiday loyalty days at 2 & 5 years Monday–Friday, 9–5 with flexibility when needed Private Medical Insurance, 24/7 GP, Medicash, gym discounts, dental/optical cashback £1,000 Referral Bonuses monthly Hero Awards Career Progression: Coaching, qualifications & pathways in a growing, values-led organisation Pension & Life Assurance (2x salary) Exclusive Retail & Lifestyle Discounts What You’ll Bring: Minimum 12 months’ experience managing a children’s home Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team Solid knowledge of SCCIF, Children’s Homes Regs & Quality Standards Level 5 Diploma (or working towards) Full UK driving licence and access to transport Resilient, trauma-informed leadership style with genuine heart Why Wilderness Way? Because we do things differently.

Our services are small, specialist, and high-impact.

We believe in relationships over routines, and in giving our leaders the tools and freedom to create real change.We live by our values: Collaboration.

Adaptability.

Respect.

Empathy.

And we back it up with investment in people, homes, and the future.

Ready to take the lead? Click ‘Apply Now’ or email to start your journey with us.

All roles at AWW are subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including references, enhanced DBS, and online/social media screening.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.