Residential childcare jobs in United Kingdom

Children's Home Registered Manager Company: Area Camden Location: London Specific Hours: 40 hours per week Salary: Base salary £52,000 with the potential to earn up to £58,600 through bonuses Area Camden has been an Ofsted-rated Outstanding and Good provider since 2014. We are seeking an experienced and committed Registered Manager to lead our already established 3-bed children's home in London. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident leader with 2-3 years of management experience and a strong background in supporting young people aged 9-17 with complex emotional and behavioural needs. At Area Camden, children and young people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing safe, nurturing homes where they can thrive, and we are looking for a manager who shares our values, ambition and commitment to high-quality care. You will collaborate closely with external professionals and partner agencies, so professionalism and consistently high standards of practice are essential. Why join Area Camden? Joining Area Camden means becoming part of a provider with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality care and achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. We value strong leadership, reflective practice and professional development, and we are committed to giving our managers the support they need to lead with confidence and make a lasting difference. In addition to a competitive salary and bonus structure, we offer a comprehensive and hands-on support network to ensure our Registered Managers feel fully supported: • Proven track record of excellence: Since 2014, Area Camden has consistently achieved Good and Outstanding Ofsted ratings, providing a stable and high-performing environment for our managers., • Strong systems and operational structure: We have well-established systems, processes and frameworks in place to support you in the day-to-day running of your home, enabling you to focus on delivering high-quality care., • Hands-on senior leadership team: You will receive direct support and oversight from an experienced leadership team, including the Responsible Individual, Operations Director and Head of Care, who take a visible and proactive approach., • Leaders with real Registered Manager experience: Our senior team, including full-time Responsible Individuals and operational leaders, have previously worked as Registered Managers. This means you will receive practical, knowledgeable and responsive support from individuals who truly understand the role., • Part of the wider Polaris Community: As part of Polaris Community, you will benefit from a broad range of specialist central support services, including:, • Designated recruitment team, • HR People and Employee Relations support, • Quality Assurance and Compliance teams, • Learning and Development programmes, • Safeguarding specialists, • Health and Safety teams, • A wider professional network: You will be part of a broader residential community of managers and professionals, providing opportunities to collaborate, share best practice and access resources., • Opportunities to get involved and influence: Engage in wider participation groups and initiatives, including diversity and inclusion forums such as diversity champions, giving you a voice beyond your home., • Continuous development and shared learning: We are committed to supporting your professional growth through training, development opportunities and peer support. About the role As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, safe and nurturing care for children and young people in the home. You will hold overall accountability for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the child, overseeing day-to-day operations, leading staff practice, and driving continuous improvement in line with Area Camden's standards, ethos and the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015. You will provide strong leadership, ensuring care is child-centred and focused on achieving the best outcomes for the child. In a 3-bed home, this includes maintaining robust safeguarding systems, safer staffing arrangements, clear risk assessments, and effective multi-agency working. You will ensure the child's individual vulnerabilities, behaviours and support needs are understood and responded to consistently. You will supervise as well as mentor staff, organise work patterns, deliver care-focused training, ensure care plans, safeguarding procedures and support services are implemented effectively. Requirements for the role: • A Leadership and Management qualification (or willingness to work towards one), together with NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People., • Strong childcare and safeguarding knowledge, including the Children Act 1989, Care Standards Act 2000, the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards, with the ability to lead safeguarding practice, manage risk, respond to incidents, and ensure the home meets its duty to protect and promote the welfare of the child at all times., • Experience of managing staff teams, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead with confidence, professionalism and resilience., • A genuine passion for children's homes and a strong commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for children and young people. Benefits • 6-month probation period, • 32 days of annual leave, including bank holidays, increasing by 1 day per year for the first three years, • Workplace pension, post probation, • Mobile phone provided, • Ofsted performance bonus: £3,000 for an Outstanding judgement and £1,500 for a Good judgement, • Full occupancy bonus of £300 per month, • Company car or £3,000 annual travel allowance, • Local parking permit, • 3-month notice period, except in disciplinary cases, • Appointment subject to Ofsted approval In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape a safe, stable and nurturing home environment where your leadership can have a meaningful and lasting impact on a child's life. This is a 40-hour per week role. The Registered Manager will manage their own rota and take part in the on-call rota. Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check. PandoLogic. Category:Personal Care, Keywords:Child Care Center Director, Location:London, ENG-NW1 0AA

Deputy Manager – Children’s Residential Home (Greenwich) \n Hours: 40 per week | Reports to: Registered Manager | Supervisory role: Yes | Salary: £45,000 \n \n Role Summary \n The Deputy Manager supports the Registered Manager in running a children’s residential home, leading staff, ensuring safeguarding, and delivering high-quality care. They deputise in the Manager’s absence and help maintain a safe, structured, and nurturing environment for children and young people. \n \n Key Responsibilities \n\n • Support and deputise for the Registered Manager\n, • Lead shifts and supervise staff\n, • Ensure safeguarding and compliance with regulations and Ofsted standards\n, • Oversee care planning, records, and documentation\n, • Support staff development, supervision, and rota management\n, • Work directly with children and young people when required\n, • Liaise with families and external professionals\n, • Manage incidents, safeguarding concerns, and complaints\n, • Ensure health, safety, and property standards are maintained\n, • Participate in on-call duties and flexible working\n\n \n Requirements \n Essential: \n\n • Experience in a senior role in children’s residential care\n, • Experience with children with emotional and behavioural difficulties\n, • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)\n, • Strong leadership, communication, and crisis management skills\n, • Safeguarding knowledge and commitment\n, • Full UK driving licence\n, • Ability to work flexibly, including on-call\n\n Desirable: \n\n • Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification (or working towards)\n, • 2+ years’ residential childcare experience\n\n \n \n *For your information: \n *Interested? Please send you CV in as a Word format only \n **Please only apply if you are already eligible to work in the UK (indefinitely & without sponsorship), \n *Not for you but you know someone suitable? Take advantage of the YourRecruit paid referral fee \n \n Due to the large numbers of responses, we receive, despite our best efforts it is not possible to respond to every application. Therefore, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for this particular role and if you haven't heard from us within 7 days please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please feel free however to apply for further roles and we will certainly keep your details on file and contact you with suitable vacancies. \n \n To stay safe in your job search we recommend that you visit JobsAware, a non-profit, joint industry and law enforcement organisation working to combat job scams. Visit the JobsAware website for information on common scams and to get free, expert advice for a safer job search. \n

Children's Home Manager required for home Harold Wood London RM3 \n We are looking for Registered Children's Home Manager for a 3 bed home in Harold Wood nr Romford \n Supporting 8-18s with EBD and challenging behaviour. \n Do you have experience supporting vulnerable children? Are qualified and looking for career progression this exciting new opportunity could be for you! \n Registered Manager Salary and benefits \n\n • £50- £60k Negotiable depending on experience\n, • + KPI bonus\n\n Registered Manager Skills and abilities \n\n • Ability to demonstrate reasoning, numeracy, literacy and technology skills to required standard.\n, • Ability to work as a team, working closely with colleagues and other agencies.\n, • Ability to solve problems.\n, • Able to work within the principles of the Children’s Act.\n, • Demonstrate a sound working knowledge of Child Protection Issues and Procedures.\n, • Sound knowledge of Children’s Homes procedures and relevant issues.\n, • Ability to exercise authority.\n, • Proven leadership and management abilities.\n, • Excellent communication skills - both verbally and written.\n\n Registered Manager knowledge and experience. \n\n • At least 1 year working experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in a Registered Children’s Home where the rating of their home is good to outstanding\n, • A minimum of two years’ experience at senior level in an Ofsted regulated Children’s Home.\n, • Experience working with Children who have Mental Health, Emotional & Behavioural difficulties\n, • Have a very good understanding of the children’s homes regulations and quality standards, 2015\n, • Have good knowledge and experience working as a designated safeguarding lead in children’s residential home (s)\n, • Registered Manager qualifications\n, • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) and Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young Peoples Services (or you are willing to work towards this) Or NVQ Level 4 Health and Social Care (Children’s Pathway) combined with a Leadership and Management Qualification\n\n For more information on Registered Manager Romford opportunity contact Mick Hull Fieldview Care Recruitment Solutions

Registered Manager Children’s Residential Home – Salary up to £70,000 \n Are you a dedicated, experienced leader passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children and young people? We’re seeking a Registered Manager to open, establish and lead a 5 bedded service located in Lewisham, South East London for children aged 8-17 years. \n This will be an Ofsted-regulated children’s residential home, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and development for young people with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) as well as emotional, behavioural, and complex needs. \n Salary: Up to £70,000 per annum \n About the role: \n As the Registered Manager, reporting to the Responsible Individual/ Director of Care Quality & Governance, you will: \n\n • Provide confident, trauma-informed leadership to staff team and young people.\n, • Create a safe and supportive environment that promotes emotional, social and educational development for each child.\n, • Recruit, induct and retain a high-quality staff team with the necessary skills and values for working with vulnerable children.\n, • Oversee staffing, training, supervisions, appraisals and professional development.\n, • Promote a culture of continuous improvement and emotional resilience.\n, • Lead the home’s strategic planning, setting objectives and measurable outcomes in line with organisational and regulatory expectations.\n, • Maintain an up-to-date Statement of Purpose and ensure all operations reflect its aims and values.\n, • Ensure full compliance with Ofsted and the Children’s Homes Regulations.\n, • Lead safeguarding efforts as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) including response to disclosures, incidents and concerns in line with Working together to Safeguard Children and in line with local authority safeguarding partnership procedures.\n, • Promote a culture of continuous improvement and emotional resilience.\n, • Manage budgets, audits, inspections, and operational processes.\n, • Build effective partnerships with families, professionals, and external agencies.\n\n About You: \n\n • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare.\n, • Minimum 3 years’ experience in a residential childcare setting with 2+ years at supervisory/Deputy/management level.\n, • Strong knowledge of safeguarding, Children’s Home Regulations and therapeutic care.\n, • Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.\n, • Experience supporting children with trauma, challenging behaviour, and complex needs.\n, • Full UK driving licence is desirable.\n, • Flexibility to be part of the on-call rota (some evenings/weekends).\n, • Knowledge of SEND and multi-agency working.\n\n What we offer in return for your hard work: \n\n • 33 Days holiday including bank holidays.\n, • On-site parking\n, • DBS Certificate paid for by Excelcare*\n, • Contributory Pension Scheme\n, • Discretionary Company Bonus Scheme\n, • Annual Salary Review\n, • Comprehensive Induction Program\n, • Staff Appreciation Days\n\n *Terms & Conditions apply \n If you are a Registered Children’s Home Manager ready for your next challenge and this sounds like the role for you, please apply online today.

Registered Manager – Children's Residential Home (EBD) \n Location: Harrow (HA6) \n Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 + Bonus \n Are you an experienced Registered Manager or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to take the next step in your career? \n We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Registered Manager to lead a Children's Residential Home supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). \n This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive organisation that is committed to delivering high-quality care, developing its people, and achieving positive outcomes for young people. \n Key Responsibilities: \n • Lead the day-to-day operation of the home \n • Ensure high standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance \n • Develop and support a motivated residential care team \n • Promote positive outcomes for children and young people \n • Maintain compliance with Ofsted regulations and Children's Home Standards \n • Build strong relationships with local authorities and external professionals \n Requirements: \n • Experience within Children's Residential Care \n • Current Registered Manager or experienced Deputy Manager \n • NVQ Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare \n • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (or equivalent) \n • Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding practices \n • Full UK Driving Licence \n What's on Offer? \n • Salary of £55,000 - £65,000 \n • Performance-related bonus \n • Ongoing professional development \n • Supportive leadership team \n • Career progression opportunities \n If you're looking for a role where you can make a genuine difference while leading a dedicated team, we'd love to hear from you. \n Apply today for a confidential discussion.

Bright Young Futures is a residential care provider supporting children and young people aged 8–17. We currently operate a well-established home in the Ilford area and are proud to be expanding with a newly registered home. \n This growth brings exciting opportunities for new team members to join us at a pivotal time, with strong potential for development and leadership progression as our services continue to grow. \n We are currently looking for a Young People's Support Worker to work in the Ilford area. This role provides immense job satisfaction, working alongside a range of professionals and directly creating positive outcomes for the people you'll support Working Hours\n Full-time, shift-based role on a rolling rota (Mon–Sun) \n\n • Day shifts: 8:00am – 8:30pm\n, • Waking Night shifts: 8:00pm – 8:30am\nEssential\n\n, • Minimum 1 year’s experience working with young people (ages 8–17) in a care, support, youth work, or education setting\n, • Proven ability to engage, support, and build positive relationships.\n, • Strong communication skills (written and verbal)\n, • Ability to advocate for young people and support their emotional and behavioural development\n, • Reliable, professional, and committed to safeguarding practices\nDesirable\n\n, • Experience in residential care with young people or adolescents\n, • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)\n, • Understanding of challenging behaviour, trauma-informed care, or youth development\n, • Experience with Ofsted\nKey Responsibilities\n\n, • Support young people with daily routines, independence, and personal development\n, • Build trusting, professional relationships, acting as a positive role model\n, • Promote education, life skills, and positive behaviour\n, • Work collaboratively with social workers, families, and other professionals\n, • Contribute to care plans, risk assessments, and individual development goals\n, • Maintain a safe, clean, and structured home environment\n, • Complete accurate records and reports\n, • Make informed decisions to safeguard and support.\n, • Work as part of a team delivering consistent, high-quality care focused on young person's needs\nWhy Join Us?\n\n, • Supportive, dedicated team environment\n, • Ongoing paid training and development, with clear progression to Team Leader roles\n, • Structured full-time rota supporting work–life balance\n\n If you are compassionate, resilient, and passionate about supporting young people to thrive and achieve independence, we would love to hear from you.

Our client is seeking a compassionate and experienced Senior Residential Support Worker to join our dedicated team supporting children and young people aged 8–17 with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs and learning disabilities. \n About the Role: \n You will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive home environment, helping young people thrive. Working alongside the management team, you’ll support staff, lead shifts, and contribute to high-quality care planning and delivery. \n Key Responsibilities: \n\n • Build positive, trusting relationships with young people, families, and professionals\n, • Support and lead staff to deliver consistent, high-quality care\n, • Promote the health, safety, and wellbeing of all young people\n, • Contribute to care planning, reviews, and daily activities\n, • Maintain accurate, compassionate records\n, • Act as shift leader and support team operations when required\n\n Requirements: \n\n • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve)\n, • Experience working with children with SEMH needs\n, • Strong communication and leadership skills\n, • Commitment to safeguarding and professional development\n\n What We Offer: \n\n • Full-time, year-round role (including weekends and bank holidays)\n, • Additional pay for sleep-in shifts\n, • Ongoing training and career development\n\n

Bright Young Futures is a residential care provider supporting children and young people aged 8–17. We currently operate a well-established home in the Ilford area and are proud to be expanding with a newly registered home. This growth brings exciting opportunities for new team members to join us at a pivotal time, with strong potential for development and leadership progression as our services continue to grow. Working Pattern: Full-time position on a structured rolling rota (Monday–Sunday), including: Day shifts: 8:00am – 8:30pm Waking night shifts: 8:00pm – 8:30am This role is ideal for candidates seeking consistency, stability, and full-time hours within a supportive rota system. Key Responsibilities: Support young people with their daily routines and personal development Build trusting, positive relationships as a key worker Promote education, independence, and positive behaviour Work collaboratively with social workers, families, and professionals Contribute to care plans, risk assessments, and independence goals Maintain a safe, clean, and well-organised home environment Complete accurate records and reports Make sound, informed decisions to safeguard and support young people Work effectively as part of a team delivering consistent, high-quality care Essential Requirements: Minimum 1 year experience working with children or young people (care, support, or education setting) Strong communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to advocate for young people and promote their wellbeing Reliable, professional, and committed to safeguarding practices Desirable Requirements: Experience in residential childcare Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Strong teamwork and collaboration skills If you are compassionate, reliable, and ready to build a meaningful full-time career supporting young people, we would love to hear from you

Residential Support Workers and Seniors Children's Home in Hayes West London UB4 \n \n We are looking for Support Worker and Senior Support Workers for our Solo Unit home supporting 8-18s with EBD SEMH and challenging behaviour. \n This will be the chance to be involved and grow with an organisation who want to make a difference. Where the emphasis will be high quality of care. \n There will be tremendous opportunities to grow. \n You will be confident and work with the Registered Manager & Deputy Manager \n If you have experience supporting vulnerable children ,you are qualified and looking for career progression this exciting new opportunity could be for you. \n \n Are you a good communicator, passionate about supporting children 8 to 18 years olds with EBD ,challenging behaviours and complex care? \n Do you have experience leading and supervising staff? Do you have Level 3 Diploma Children and Young People? \n Your next exciting challenge awaits \n \n Senior Support Worker salary \n \n Senior Support Workers £15.50 per hour + £70 per sleep (must be qualified and a driver) \n You will be expected to sleep in after some of your shifts \n \n Support Worker Salary \n \n £14 per hour inexperience \n £14.50 per hour experienced \n £15 per hour qualified \n Sleeps £70 \n \n Senior Support Worker Duties include \n • Supporting and managing the staff team to meet the needs of the young person \n • Planning each shift and ensuring resources are allocated appropriately \n • Working with external professionals to deliver positive outcomes \n • Providing supervision and support to staff in line with Quality Standards \n • Supporting the young person to engage in education \n • Ensuring their health needs are met \n • Providing advice, support and guidance \n • Managing complex behaviours and crisis intervention \n • Administering and recording medication \n • Maintaining daily records and administrative work \n • Contributing to the care planning process \n • Liaising with external stakeholders and our multidisciplinary team \n • Attending mandatory training \n • Engaging in team meetings \n • Maintaining the home (laundry, cleaning, shopping, cooking, etc.) \n \n Senior Support Worker Requirements \n Please note applicants MUST meet the following requirements; \n\n • Able to work Full time\n, • A full UK driving license ( preferred )\n, • Right to work in the UK (we do not offer sponsorship)\n, • An understanding that this role will require that you undertake Enhanced DBS checks\n, • You need to be able to work flexibly in caring for the children. This will include working shifts and sleep-ins with full-time and part-time hours being available.\n, • Experience working and supporting 6-18 year old with EBD, challenging behaviour and complex care.\n, • You will have some experience supporting children or young people with EBD.\n, • Seniors MUST have NVQ level 3 Children Residential plus 2 years Support Work experience(Children's)\n\n Support Worker requirements \n\n • Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare or equivalent qualification is desirable; however training will be available.\n, • Experience of supporting vulnerable young people within a residential care environment, or similar youth worker experience.\n, • You will be compassionate, resilient, committed to being a positive role model and confident in managing challenging behaviours.\n, • Flexible and able to work a residential care rota which includes evening, weekends and holiday periods and sleep ins.\n, • Have supported children with EBD and complex needs\n, • Hold a valid UK driving licence.(essential)\n\n Amazing opportunities to work for an organisations who will invest and offer progression \n For more information contact Mick Hull Fieldview Care Recruitment Solutions

Senior Residential Children's Support WorkerErith, DA8 | Up to £34,000 per annum | 4-Bed Home\n Are you an experienced Senior Residential Children's Support Worker looking for a role where you can genuinely make an impact? \n \n We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established children's residential provider in Erith, offering a fantastic opportunity to join a stable, supportive team within a small 4-bed home. The service currently supports two young people aged 16 and 17 with complex learning disabilities, allowing staff to provide truly person-centred care and build meaningful relationships. \n \n This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced support worker seeking a long-term career in residential childcare, with ongoing training, clear progression opportunities, and a management team that values and invests in its staff. \n The Role\n As a Senior Residential Children's Support Worker, you will play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where young people can thrive. \n Your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Building positive and trusting relationships with young people\n, • Supporting children with their daily routines, emotional wellbeing, education, and independence skills\n, • Promoting positive outcomes and helping young people reach their full potential\n, • Providing consistent care and support tailored to individual needs\n, • Maintaining accurate records and documentation\n, • Working collaboratively with families, social workers, education providers, and healthcare professionals\n, • Contributing to care planning, reviews, and team meetings\n, • Acting as a positive role model and championing high standards of care\nAbout You\n To be successful in this role, you will have: \n\n • Previous experience working within a residential childcare setting\n, • A genuine passion for supporting vulnerable children and young people\n, • Experience supporting young people with Learning Disabilities, EBD, SEMH, or complex needs\n, • NVQ Level 3 or Level 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or at least 50% completed)\n, • Strong communication and relationship-building skills\n, • A resilient, compassionate, and professional approach\n, • A full UK driving licence\nWhat's On Offer?Salary & Benefits\n\n, • £15.05 per hour (£31,300 per annum) and £16.35 per hour (£34,000 per annum)\n, • £65 per sleep-in shift\n, • Full-time contract - 40 hours per week\nShift Patterns\n\n, • Day shifts: 7:00am - 10:00pm\n, • Waking nights: 9:00pm - 7:00am\n, • Sleep-ins: 10:00pm - 7:00am\nCareer Development\n\n, • Ongoing training and CPD opportunities\n, • Team Teach and Manual Handling training\n, • Leadership development programmes\n, • Clear pathways for progression into Senior and Leadership roles\nWhy Join?\n\n, • Supportive and experienced management team\n, • Strong team culture and collaborative working environment\n, • Opportunity to make a genuine difference every day\n, • Long-term career development within a growing organisation\n\n If you're an experienced Senior Residential Children's Support Worker looking for your next challenge and want to work in a home where children, staff, and quality of care come first, we'd love to hear from you. \n \n Apply now, and Rob will be in touch shortly! \n #INDOTR2022

Children's Home Registered Manager \n Location: Banstead, Sutton, United Kingdom \n Contract type: Full time – permanent \n Hours: 40 hours, Monday-Friday 9-5 (with flexibility as needed) \n Salary: £55,000 - GBP 65,000 - yearly \n Company Description \n Lighthouse Pedagogy Trust is a charity creating children’s homes where children can thrive. We believe every child deserves the chance to achieve great things and lead fulfilling lives. \n Our first home opened in Sutton in February 2022, supporting up to six children aged 11–18 with emotional and behavioural needs. We are currently renovating a second property in Banstead (SM7), a 5-bed children’s home due to open in autumn 2026. Our first children's home is an award-winning building that has set a new standard for UK children's homes. \n We are part of the Catch 22 family, who’s work spans education, social justice and rehabilitation, children's social care, family support, social action and getting people into work. \n What this role offers: \n\n • Opportunity to set up a new home, recruit your team and shape it from the very beginning.\n, • Backing from an experienced and supportive leadership team and RI\n, • Starting holiday allowance of 36 days (inclusive of bank holidays),increasing to 38 days at 2 years and 41 days at 5 years\n, • 4% employer pension contributions and life insurance\n, • Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay\n, • Employee assistance programme, discounted shopping, cycle-to-work scheme and lots more benefits\n\n Why work for LPT? \n\n • We have an annual staff retention rate of 94%. This is significantly above the sector average, reflecting our commitment to employee wellbeing, development and job satisfaction.\n, • LPT is a charity, so any surplus revenue generated is reinvested into improving experiences and outcomes for children in care\n, • Our first children’s home has been running for 4 years, and consistently achieving Good Ofsted grading\n, • We are a values-driven organisation grounded in Social Pedagogy, prioritising relationships, empowerment, and wellbeing\n, • LPT has partnered with Kingston University to develop a Level 6 Diploma in Residential care, and offers fully funded places on the course for our team\n, • We have won several awards for the therapeutically informed and high-quality design of our home, including the Innovation in Care Award at the National Children’s Homes Awards and the Stephen Lawrence Prize\n\n Job Description \n As the Registered Manager of our new 5-bed home, you’ll have the unique opportunity to shape it from the very beginning. Opening in Autumn 2026, the home will provide a safe, nurturing environment for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties, helping them thrive. \n\n • Open and lead a brand-new home from the start – Be the driving force behind our new 5-bed home, benefitting from LPT’s established systems and processes while having the freedom to innovate and give your home its own identity.\n, • Create a nurturing and safe home for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties, helping them thrive.\n, • Lead with purpose – Recruit, inspire, develop and lead a passionate team, setting high standards and ensuring every child receives exceptional care.\n, • Champion a holistic approach – Our approach is grounded in evidence and underpinned by Social Pedagogy, a holistic, strengths-based model that prioritises relationships, empowerment, learning, and wellbeing. While you don’t need to be an expert in Social Pedagogy, you must be open to learning and leading with this ethos.\n, • Drive service development – Trial new ways of working, collaborate with partner agencies, and influence best practice across the residential childcare sector.\n, • Enjoy strong support – Access guidance from an experienced Quality Assurance Manager, a nearby leadership team, and a deeply committed Responsible Individual.\n, • Be part of something bigger – Your leadership will be pivotal in shaping best practice, not just within our home, but across the wider sector, helping influence improvements in children’s social care.\n\n Qualifications \n The ideal candidate will be: \n\n • Experienced working in a children's residential setting as a Registered Manager, or as a Deputy Manager looking to progress into a Registered Manager role.\n, • A resilient, hands-on leader with a clear vision for delivering exceptional, relationship-centred care and creating an inclusive, ambitious culture.\n, • Strong decision-making and risk management skills, with the ability to navigate residential care confidently and drive high-quality performance.\n, • A passionate advocate for children, experienced in supporting diverse social, emotional, and behavioural needs, and committed to building empowering relationships.\n, • Knowledgeable in Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and children’s residential care standards.\n, • Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) and either have, or be working towards/committed to achieving the Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification (or equivalent)\n\n Safer Recruitment \n At Lighthouse Pedagogy Trust, we safeguard all children and young people in our care. As part of our recruitment process, we conduct rigorous checks and vetting of all applicants, in line with legal and regulatory requirements and best practices. Everyone who works in our homes will be responsible for safeguarding young people and putting their safety and wellbeing first. \n This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (police records) check, including overseas police checks where necessary. \n To Apply \n If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Catch22, please do not hesitate to apply.

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Deputy Manager - Children's Residential Home. Registered Home Manager in delivering outstanding care within our children's residential home. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate childcare professional looking to further develop their leadership skills and progress towards a Registered M

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home Location: Gloucester Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday) + Optional overtime About the Organisation Our client provides life-changing support to children and young people through Residential Care, Supported Living and UASC services. Their mission is to empower young people to overcome challenges, build confidence, and achieve positive long-term outcomes. They are seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead the service. The Role As Registered Manager, you will shape and develop a nurturing, safe and aspirational environment where young people can thrive. You'll oversee daily operations, compliance, staff leadership, and the Ofsted registration process while driving high standards of care and safeguarding. Key Responsibilities: Lead the setup and operational running of a new children's residential home. Manage and develop staff, including supervisions, training and rota management. Ensure full compliance with Ofsted and children's home regulations, completing audits and Reg 44 actions. Create and maintain personalised care plans that champion each child's needs and aspirations. Act as a safeguarding lead and advocate for young people. Oversee budgets, resources, and health and safety across the home. Take part in on-call duties as required. About You: Experience in a leadership role within a children's residential or support setting. Level 5 Leadership and Management (or working towards). Strong understanding of safeguarding, Children's Act and childcare theory. Resilient, motivated, calm and supportive in challenging situations. Excellent communicator with strong organisational skills. Full UK driving licence. Physically fit and able to meet the demands of the role. Benefits: Inclusive, supportive working culture Bank holidays off Casual dress Free gym access and annual health check Free on-site parking Company pension Ongoing training and development Performance bonus Apply now with an up-to-date CV. TPBN1_UKTJ

About the Role We are currently recruiting for an experienced and dedicated.Stafford supporting young people with.Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate residential childcare professional looking to progress within a supportive and growing orga

Keyline Care is a recognised and respected provider of supported living and adult services, known for delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex needs. What We're Looking For: Previous experience in residential childcare, youth work, or other care roles is desirable.

Children's Act 1989 and 2004, Working together to safeguard children 2015, Safeguarding disabled children 2009. At Birmingham Children's Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. At Birmingham Children's Trust, we are committed to making a positi

Your Role As a Residential Childrens Support Worker, youll play a key role in supporting and empowering young people who have experienced trauma. Rooted in trauma-informed care, we are raising the bar and setting a new gold standard in residential childcare. Benefit from strong leadership, career pr

Rooted in trauma-informed care, we are raising the bar and setting a new gold standard in residential childcare. Experience in childrens residential care is welcomed but not essential. Your Role As a Residential Childrens Support Worker, youll play a key role in supporting and empowering young peopl

Job Title: Manager of Residential ChildcareSpecialism: Residential ChildcareLocation: Ealing, London, UKSalary: Up to £65,000 per annumType: Full-time, Permanent. Sanctuary Personnel, an innovative and committed recruitment agency, is delighted to present a permanent opportunity for an experienced

Support young people in residential care, providing emotional support, promoting development, and ensuring safety.

Provide emotional and social support to young people in a residential care setting, promoting their development and well-being through daily care, learning, and development activities.

Support young people aged 8-18 in a residential care home. Provide emotional and social support within a nurturing and safe environment.

Seeking a Waking Night Childcare Worker for a permanent, part-time role in a children's residential home for female residents. Shifts involve overnight work during term time, with all school holidays paid.

Children's Home Registered Manager Location: Banstead, Sutton, United Kingdom Contract type : Full time - permanent Hours : 40 hours, Monday-Friday 9-5 (with flexibility as needed) Salary : £55,000 - GBP 65,000 - yearly Company Description Lighthouse Pedagogy Trust is a charity creating children's homes where children can thrive. We believe every child deserves the chance to achieve great things and lead fulfilling lives. Our first home opened in Sutton in February 2022, supporting up to six children aged 11-18 with emotional and behavioural needs. We are currently renovating a second property in Banstead (SM7), a 5-bed children's home due to open in autumn 2026. Our first children's home is an award-winning building that has set a new standard for UK children's homes. We are part of the Catch 22 family, who's work spans education, social justice and rehabilitation, children's social care, family support, social action and getting people into work. What this role offers: • Opportunity to set up a new home, recruit your team and shape it from the very beginning. Backing from an experienced and supportive leadership team and RI Starting holiday allowance of 36 days (inclusive of bank holidays),increasing to 38 days at 2 years and 41 days at 5 years 4% employer pension contributions and life insurance Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay * Employee assistance programme, discounted shopping, cycle-to-work scheme and lots more benefits Why work for LPT? • We have an annual staff retention rate of 94%. This is significantly above the sector average, reflecting our commitment to employee wellbeing, development and job satisfaction. LPT is a charity, so any surplus revenue generated is reinvested into improving experiences and outcomes for children in care Our first children's home has been running for 4 years, and consistently achieving Good Ofsted grading We are a values-driven organisation grounded in Social Pedagogy, prioritising relationships, empowerment, and wellbeing LPT has partnered with Kingston University to develop a Level 6 Diploma in Residential care, and offers fully funded places on the course for our team * We have won several awards for the therapeutically informed and high-quality design of our home, including the Innovation in Care Award at the National Children's Homes Awards and the Stephen Lawrence Prize Job Description As the Registered Manager of our new 5-bed home, you'll have the unique opportunity to shape it from the very beginning. Opening in Autumn 2026, the home will provide a safe, nurturing environment for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties, helping them thrive. • Open and lead a brand-new home from the start - Be the driving force behind our new 5-bed home, benefitting from LPT's established systems and processes while having the freedom to innovate and give your home its own identity. Create a nurturing and safe home for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties, helping them thrive. Lead with purpose - Recruit, inspire, develop and lead a passionate team, setting high standards and ensuring every child receives exceptional care. Champion a holistic approach - Our approach is grounded in evidence and underpinned by Social Pedagogy, a holistic, strengths-based model that prioritises relationships, empowerment, learning, and wellbeing. While you don't need to be an expert in Social Pedagogy, you must be open to learning and leading with this ethos. Drive service development - Trial new ways of working, collaborate with partner agencies, and influence best practice across the residential childcare sector. Enjoy strong support - Access guidance from an experienced Quality Assurance Manager, a nearby leadership team, and a deeply committed Responsible Individual. Be part of something bigger - Your leadership will be pivotal in shaping best practice, not just within our home, but across the wider sector, helping influence improvements in children's social care. Qualifications The ideal candidate will be: • Experienced working in a children's residential setting as a Registered Manager, or as a Deputy Manager looking to progress into a Registered Manager role. A resilient, hands-on leader with a clear vision for delivering exceptional, relationship-centred care and creating an inclusive, ambitious culture. Strong decision-making and risk management skills, with the ability to navigate residential care confidently and drive high-quality performance. A passionate advocate for children, experienced in supporting diverse social, emotional, and behavioural needs, and committed to building empowering relationships. Knowledgeable in Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and children's residential care standards. * Hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) and either have, or be working towards/committed to achieving the Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification (or equivalent) Safer Recruitment At Lighthouse Pedagogy Trust, we safeguard all children and young people in our care. As part of our recruitment process, we conduct rigorous checks and vetting of all applicants, in line with legal and regulatory requirements and best practices. Everyone who works in our homes will be responsible for safeguarding young people and putting their safety and wellbeing first. This role is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (police records) check, including overseas police checks where necessary. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Catch22, please do not hesitate to apply.

Package Description: We have an exciting opportunity within our brand new not-for-profit Childrens Services Residential Home in York.This service is a need-led childrens LD residential home, and we are now looking for an Ofsted Registered Manager to lead and develop the provision, setting the stage for a truly impactful service . Could this be you? The successful applicant will lead, manage and support teams of Support Workers and Senior Support Workers across the home, while acting as a corporate parent to the children we care for, helping, supporting and ensuring they thrive in their day-to-day lives . About the Role As the Registered Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of our childrens residential home located in York, supporting children and young people with learning disabilities (LD) and other additional complex needs . As an experienced manager, you will confidently lead and support dedicated teams, fostering a safe, positive, and inclusive environment where children and staff can thrive .You will play a key role in establishing and developing this new service, ensuring high-quality care delivery while maintaining full compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements. This is a unique opportunity to help shape and embed best practice across this home from the outset, ensuring outstanding outcomes for the children and young people we support . What You Need to Be Successful in This Role Essential: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) (or equivalent). Minimum of 3 years experience in childrens residential care, including at least 3 years in a managerial or leadership role. In-depth knowledge of safeguarding,Ofstedregulations, and relevant legislation in childrens services. Experience in planning and implementing care plans and maintaining documentation to a high standard in line withChildrens Homes (England) Regulations 2015and Quality Standards. Experience supporting children and young people with learning disabilities who may display complex behaviours. Experience leading Ofsted home inspections. Desirable Experience opening or developing new services is advantageous. Why Join Us? Opportunity to earn a discretionary bonus A referral scheme that could earn you up to £1,000*. Career development opportunities. A variety of employee benefits including Blue Light discounts, early pay on demand, and a company pension scheme. About Agincare Agincare is proudly celebrating 40 years of caring for communities.As a rapidly growing, family-owned care provider with more than 5,500 team members, and expanding every day, we continue to strengthen our services through recent care home developments and the launch of our new not-for-profit Childrens Services. Today, Agincare is one of the UKs largest care providers, delivering care and nursing homes, home care, extra care, supported living, and live-in care across more than 170 locations nationwide . As a signatory of the Care Leaver Covenant, we are committed to supporting care leavers by guaranteeing either an interview or an informal career conversation .We are also proud to support the Armed Forces community through our alliance, offering guaranteed interviews to service leavers and members of the military community . All of our Adult care services are regulated by theCare Quality Commission, and Childrens services are regulated by Ofsted. Please note:This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.All convictions, cautions, reprimands, and warnings (including those regarded as spent) must be declared, subject to DBS filtering rules.This role is also subject to enhanced DBS checks and comprehensive vetting procedures in line with safer recruitment standards. We believe in building teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. Equal opportunities are at the heart of everything we do. TPBN1_UKTJ

Registered Manager Children's Residential Home Location: South West London Salary: £60,000 £70,000 per annum Contract: Full-Time | Permanent Start Date: Immediate We are recruiting for an experienced Registered Manager to lead an established children's residential home in South West London. This is an excellent opportunity to join a provider committed to delivering high-quality care and positive outcomes for children and young people. The organisation is seeking a proven leader who can bring strong operational expertise, maintain high standards of care, and continue driving the service forward. The successful candidate will be an experienced Registered Manager with a strong understanding of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and children's residential care. This is a key appointment for the provider and they are keen to move quickly for the right individual. The Role As Registered Manager, you will have full responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and management of the home, ensuring compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, and safeguarding requirements. You will lead and develop the staff team, oversee care planning, manage relationships with external stakeholders, and ensure children receive the highest possible standard of care and support. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day operation of the children's home Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards Promote a safe, nurturing, and child-centred environment Lead, motivate, and develop the staff team Maintain excellent safeguarding practices and risk management processes Oversee care planning, placement matching, and outcomes for children Build positive relationships with local authorities and partner agencies Manage audits, quality assurance processes, and regulatory requirements Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections Drive continuous improvement and service development About You Previous experience as a Registered Manager within a children's residential home Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards Experience leading and developing residential care teams Proven ability to maintain compliance and achieve positive outcomes Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Full UK Driving Licence preferred Passionate about improving the lives of children and young people What's on Offer? Salary of £60,000 £70,000 per annum Immediate start available Established service with strong support in place Opportunity to join a growing and ambitious provider Supportive senior leadership team Genuine opportunity to make a lasting difference to children's lives Long-term career progression opportunities This opportunity would suit an experienced Registered Manager seeking a fresh challenge with a provider that values strong leadership, high-quality care, and positive outcomes for children. At RJS, we partner with values-driven childrens care providers across the UK and work on a continuous stream of exciting opportunities within the sector. If this role isnt quite right but youre open to discussing other positions, feel free to get in touch to explore our wider portfolio of vacancies. TPBN1_UKTJ