Service Manager
8 hours ago
Stroud
Job summaryThe Lighthouse, GloucestershireFull-time | 37.5 hours per week | Site basedSalary is 50,000Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards) requiredLocated just outside Stroud town centre in Gloucestershire, The Lighthouse is a welcoming 5-bedded residential home supporting young females aged 1318 who are experiencing mental health difficulties. With excellent transport links, including a local bus station, train station, and just a 10-minute walk from the town centre, The Lighthouse provides a supportive and nurturing environment where young people can thrive. Main duties of the jobAs Registered Manager, you will have full responsibility for the leadership, development, and day-to-day management of the residential childrens home. You will ensure that children receive outstanding care in a safe, nurturing environment, enabling them to make progress in all aspects of their lives. You will work closely with a highly supportive senior leadership team and play a key role in shaping the service's culture, achievements, and success.You will be expected to:Lead on the day-to-day operations of the childrens homeEnsure full compliance with Ofsted regulations and Childrens Home Regulations 2015Create a positive, child-centred, trauma-informed and therapeutic culture within the homeLead, develop, and support the staff teamSafeguard and promote the welfare of all childrenEnsure high-quality care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies are in place and effectively implementedBuild and maintain strong relationships with local authorities and external professionalsEnsure positive outcomes for children across education, independence and wellbeingPrepare for and lead Ofsted inspections, achieving Good or Outstanding outcomesSupport an effective team through recruitment, staff development, and team retentionAbout usLocated just outside Stroud town centre in Gloucestershire, The Lighthouse is a welcoming 5-bedded residential home supporting young females aged 1318 who are experiencing mental health difficulties. With excellent transport links, including a local bus station, train station, and just a 10-minute walk from the town centre, The Lighthouse provides a supportive and nurturing environment where young people can thrive. DetailsDate posted18 June 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary 50,000 a year ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number526633Job locationsLighthouseStroudEnglandGL5 3AAUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesFor more information, please click APPLY NOW, where you will be diverted to our website to view a job description.We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here. For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here. Job description Job responsibilitiesFor more information, please click APPLY NOW, where you will be diverted to our website to view a job description.We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here. For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here.Person Specification Requirements EssentialOur work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.Previous experience within childrens residential care at management or deputy levelStrong understanding of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding practicesLevel 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)Passionate about therapeutic and trauma-informed careStrong leadership and communication skillsChild-focused, resilient, and values-driven approach Person Specification Requirements EssentialOur work is rewarding but can be challenging, so resilience is key. No two days are the same! Your natural empathy will help you support others through both the highs and lows.Previous experience within childrens residential care at management or deputy levelStrong understanding of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding practicesLevel 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)Passionate about therapeutic and trauma-informed careStrong leadership and communication skillsChild-focused, resilient, and values-driven approachDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer namePriory HealthcareAddressLighthouseStroudEnglandGL5 3AAUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer namePriory HealthcareAddressLighthouseStroudEnglandGL5 3AAUnited KingdomEmployer's website