Chard, Somerset, United Kingdom
£50000 - £60000
Permanent
Job Title: Children's Home Manager
Location: Bridgwater, Somerset
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per annum (including bonuses)
Job Description:
Are you an experienced Children's Home Manager seeking a new and rewarding challenge? Our client, a leading specialist provider of children's homes, is looking for a dedicated and skilled professional to lead the opening and management of new residential facilities in Bridgwater, Somerset. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-quality organisation committed to creating nurturing, safe, and therapeutic environments for young people. The role offers full support from local authorities and additional training to help you progress in your career.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the setup and operational management of new children’s homes in Bridgwater, Somerset.
- Recruit, train, and develop a dedicated team of staff to deliver outstanding care.
- Ensure the homes provide a safe, therapeutic, and enriching environment for children and young people.
- Oversee daily operations, including budget management, compliance with regulations, and quality standards.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities and key stakeholders.
- Monitor and evaluate the quality of care, ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and achieving positive inspection outcomes.
- Promote a positive team culture and motivate staff to deliver high standards of care.
Requirements:
- Proven experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within a children’s residential setting.
- Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and experience in achieving positive inspection results.
- Excellent leadership and team-building skills.
- Autonomous, proactive, and able to work independently.
- Passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.
- Ability to manage budgets and ensure regulatory compliance.
This is more than just a job – it’s an opportunity to build something truly special from the ground up and advance your career within a successful organisation. We are actively recruiting for both Junior and Senior Registered Managers for these new homes. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and grow with us, we would love to hear from you!
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.
