Children's Home Registered Manager

Job Title: Registered Manager for Therapeutic Children’s Home in Tiverton

Location: Tiverton, Devon, UK

Salary: £52,000 basic + on-call payments

Job Description:
Are you a dedicated leader with a passion for therapeutic care and outdoor adventure? An established specialist provider is seeking an experienced Registered Manager for their therapeutic children’s home near Tiverton. This is a unique opportunity to lead a well-performing 3-bed SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health) home, with the autonomy to shape the team and culture. The Registered Manager in this role will oversee a service rated "Good" by Ofsted, ensuring high standards of care while fostering a fun, outdoor-focused environment for children. If you thrive in a leadership position that values work-life balance, innovation, and local community engagement, this Registered Manager role in Tiverton is perfect for you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the therapeutic children’s home in Tiverton.
• Recruit, develop, and support a team of care staff, embedding therapeutic language and approaches.
• Maintain and improve Ofsted standards, ensuring the home remains rated "Good" or higher.
• Foster a positive, fun, and outdoor activity-rich environment for children, utilizing local knowledge.
• Implement and oversee therapeutic interventions, including working with internal therapy teams.
• Manage budgets, staffing rotas, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Promote a home-like atmosphere, supporting children to decorate their rooms and feel valued.
• Engage with the local community to plan activity days and outdoor adventures.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Registered or Deputy Manager within an SEMH residential setting.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children’s Residential).
• Strong leadership skills with a therapeutic mindset and PACE-style approach.
• Active involvement in the local community and planning of activity days.
• Ability to work within a 40-hour week, embracing the 9-day fortnight working pattern.
• Passion for outdoor activities and creating a fun, engaging environment for children.
• Excellent communication and team-building skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary of £52,000 plus on-call payments.
• 9-Day Fortnight working pattern, offering 11.4 weeks of annual leave.
• Embedded therapy support from a dedicated team of therapists.
• Additional payments for sleep-ins (discussed at interview).
• Opportunities for career progression into senior management roles.
• A supportive environment that values work-life balance and local engagement.

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