Registered Manager

Job Title: Registered Manager Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 2LT Salary: Up to £63,545 per annum (depending on experience) + £7,500 Welcome Bonus Job Type: Full-Time – Permanent Shift and Schedule: 37.5 hours per week Setting: 4-bedroom children's residential home Client Group: Children and young people aged 8–17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) Priority Recruitment are excited to present this fantastic Registered Manager opportunity in Salisbury, Wiltshire. This is a key leadership role overseeing a children's residential home supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. You will be responsible for ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding and operational performance while creating a safe, stable and therapeutic environment. We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual who can lead a dedicated team, maintain regulatory compliance and make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people. Salary & Benefits: * Competitive salary of up to £63,545 per annum, depending on experience * £7,500 welcome bonus * Permanent full-time position * 37.5 hours per week * Opportunity to lead a 4-bedroom children's residential home * Long-term leadership and career development opportunities Company and Role: * Overall responsibility for the management of a children's residential home * Supporting children aged 8–17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties * Leading and developing a team of residential care professionals * Ensuring compliance with Children's Homes Regulations and Ofsted requirements * Creating a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment * Promoting positive outcomes, independence and emotional wellbeing Day-to-day responsibilities include: * Managing the day-to-day operations of the residential home * Leading, motivating and supporting the residential care team * Ensuring safeguarding and child protection procedures are followed * Maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and preparing for Ofsted inspections * Overseeing individual care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding arrangements * Supporting staff recruitment, induction, supervision and performance development * Promoting a positive culture focused on stability and therapeutic care * Liaising with social workers, local authorities, families and external professionals * Managing resources and supporting effective budget control * Ensuring the home remains safe, welcoming and well-maintained Successful Candidate: * Previous experience within children's residential care * Experience in a management or senior leadership position * Level 3 qualification in Children's and Young People's Workforce or equivalent * QCF Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification, or willingness to work towards it * Strong understanding of safeguarding and Children's Homes Regulations * Knowledge of Ofsted requirements and quality standards * Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team * Confident decision-maker with excellent communication and organisational skills * Calm, resilient and committed to achieving positive outcomes for young people This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced children's residential professional looking to take ownership of a home and develop their management career. Apply now for more details, we'd love to hear from you! Some of our roles require drivers and/or male or female employees only. Where indicated, this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010. JBRP1_UKTJ