Registered Children's Home Manager
Gloucester, Gloucestershire, South West, England
£50000 - £55000 per annum
Expiry date:05 Nov 2026
Start date:07 Aug 2026
Children’s Homes
Ofsted Registered Manager – Children's Residential Home
Gloucester | £55,000 per annum
Lead the launch of a brand-new children's residential home and play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive.
Our client is seeking an experienced Registered Manager, or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to progress into registration, to lead the opening of a new children's residential home in Gloucester. This is an exciting opportunity to establish a service from the ground up, recruit and develop a dedicated team, and shape a positive culture that delivers outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
The Opportunity
The home will accommodate up to two young people, allowing for highly personalised support and the opportunity to build strong, meaningful relationships that achieve positive long-term outcomes. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to the setup and presentation of the home to ensure it reflects the individual needs of each child.
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established provider of specialist residential care services, operating multiple Ofsted-registered children's homes and adult care services across Gloucestershire.
They are committed to investing in their leadership teams through structured development, funded qualifications and strong operational support. Their homes support children and young people with SEMH and Learning Disabilities (LD), with a strong emphasis on stable staffing and quality care delivered by permanent employees.
About You You'll be a compassionate and resilient leader with a sound understanding of children's residential care and Ofsted regulations. Above all, you'll be passionate about creating a safe, structured and nurturing environment where young people can reach their full potential.
Employee Benefits
Health Recruit Network are a trusted supplier of NHS and Private healthcare services. We supply work to Registered General Nurses (RGN), Mental Health Nurses (RMN), Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD) and Healthcare Assistants (HCA). We are one of the fastest growing recruitment agencies in the UK and supply Nationwide. Health Recruit Network are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
Gloucester | £55,000 per annum
Lead the launch of a brand-new children's residential home and play a key role in creating a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive.
Our client is seeking an experienced Registered Manager, or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to progress into registration, to lead the opening of a new children's residential home in Gloucester. This is an exciting opportunity to establish a service from the ground up, recruit and develop a dedicated team, and shape a positive culture that delivers outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
The Opportunity
- Location: Gloucester
- Position: Ofsted Registered Manager
- Service: Solo placement or 2-bed children's home (depending on individual needs)
- Salary: £55,000 per annum
- Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with participation in the on-call rota
- An experienced Ofsted Registered Manager looking to establish and lead a new service, or
- A confident Deputy Manager with substantial children's residential experience who is ready to take the next step into registration.
- A minimum of 2 years' experience within children's residential care during the last 5 years.
- Previous leadership experience as either a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager.
- A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management, or be willing to work towards achieving it.
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
- Competitive salary of £55,000 per annum
- Annual performance bonus linked to Ofsted outcomes
- Fully funded evel 7 qualifications
- Four additional wellbeing days each year
- 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Workplace pension
- Laptop and mobile phone provided
- On-site parking and parking permit for selected Gloucestershire locations
- Long service awards
- Employee referral bonus
- Blue Light Card eligibility
- Casual dress policy
- Annual company events
The home will accommodate up to two young people, allowing for highly personalised support and the opportunity to build strong, meaningful relationships that achieve positive long-term outcomes. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to the setup and presentation of the home to ensure it reflects the individual needs of each child.
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established provider of specialist residential care services, operating multiple Ofsted-registered children's homes and adult care services across Gloucestershire.
They are committed to investing in their leadership teams through structured development, funded qualifications and strong operational support. Their homes support children and young people with SEMH and Learning Disabilities (LD), with a strong emphasis on stable staffing and quality care delivered by permanent employees.
About You You'll be a compassionate and resilient leader with a sound understanding of children's residential care and Ofsted regulations. Above all, you'll be passionate about creating a safe, structured and nurturing environment where young people can reach their full potential.
Employee Benefits
- Casual dress
- Company pension
- Employee discount scheme
- On-site parking
- Referral programme
- Store discounts
- Company events
Apply Now or Call Troy Walker on 07362056140
Health Recruit Network are a trusted supplier of NHS and Private healthcare services. We supply work to Registered General Nurses (RGN), Mental Health Nurses (RMN), Learning Disabilities Nurse (RNLD) and Healthcare Assistants (HCA). We are one of the fastest growing recruitment agencies in the UK and supply Nationwide. Health Recruit Network are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy.
