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Children's Home Manager

Reference: 11190
Location
Bradford , West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Salary
£55000 - £65000
Contract Type
Permanent

Job Title: Registered Manager – Solo Children’s Home
Location: Pudsey, Bradford, UK
Salary: Up to £75,000

Job Description:
A leading specialist provider is seeking an experienced and compassionate Registered Manager to lead the launch of a new, single-bed children’s home in Pudsey, Bradford. This unique role offers the opportunity to build a therapeutic environment tailored to the needs of a young person with learning disabilities. As the Registered Manager, you will oversee the entire setup, operational launch, and ongoing management of this innovative service, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead the complete setup and operational launch of the children’s home in Pudsey.
  • Develop and implement specialised, personalised care plans for the young person.
  • Recruit, train, and lead a dedicated team to deliver exceptional, person-centred support.
  • Manage daily operations, including budgeting, referrals, and service delivery.
  • Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations and maintain high standards of safety and therapeutic care.
  • Collaborate with families, health professionals, and external agencies to provide holistic support.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager within a children’s residential setting.
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or an equivalent qualification.
  • Valid UK driving licence.
  • Strong leadership skills, with the ability to build and motivate a small team.
  • Excellent organisational and operational management skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated professional to make a meaningful impact in a pioneering setting. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £70,000, a £5,000 signing bonus, and the chance to be part of a profit-sharing scheme. It is a permanent, full-time position providing stability and the chance to shape a truly specialised service from the ground up.

If you are interested in this exciting opportunity as a Registered Manager in Pudsey, please click 'Apply'. A member of the Vetro Recruitment team will be in touch to discuss the role further.

At Vetro Recruitment, we have over 100 years of combined experience helping candidates find their ideal roles. We are REC GOLD accredited and CIW registered, committed to providing a professional and supportive service throughout your application process.

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.

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