Job Title – Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Location – Bridgwater, Somerset (Rural setting)

Salary – Up to £53,700 per annum (inclusive of bonuses)

Job Type – Full-time | Permanent | 40 hours per week

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Manager to lead a new 4-bed children’s residential service in Bridgwater, Somerset. This is a rewarding opportunity to establish a new home, embed a therapeutic care model, and support a team of dedicated staff to deliver outstanding outcomes for young people.

As Registered Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance. You will be a strong and visible leader with a genuine passion for helping young people thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the operation of a new 4-bed children’s home in a rural area.
• Lead, supervise, and develop a team of 9 staff to ensure consistent, high-quality care.
• Develop and oversee care plans, risk assessments, and reports in line with statutory requirements and deadlines.
• Foster a culture of openness, professionalism, and therapeutic care.
• Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations and lead the home to achieve strong inspection outcomes.
• Represent the organisation positively with external agencies and within the local community.
• Participate in the on-call rota (approx. 2 duties per month).

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience (within the last 5 years) in a role relevant to residential childcare.
• At least 1 year of experience supervising and managing staff in a care setting.
• QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (Children and Young People) or equivalent.
• QCF Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People Workforce or equivalent.
• Strong working knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding procedures.
• Valid manual driving licence, access to own vehicle, and business insurance.
• Excellent organisational and leadership skills, with the ability to adapt in a dynamic care environment.

Benefits

• 22 days annual leave (plus bank holidays)
• Occupancy bonus: £175 per child after the first child (e.g. £525 for a full 4-bed home)
• £2,000 car allowance
• Ofsted bonuses: £500 (Good) / £1,000 (Outstanding)
• Non-contributory pension (9% employer contribution)
• Enhanced sick pay: 5 days full pay after 6 months
• On-call payments: £10/day (Mon–Fri), £50/day (Sat–Sun)
• Company sick pay after 6-month probation

About Us

We are a values-led provider dedicated to delivering trauma-informed, child-centred residential care. Our teams are united by a shared mission: to help young people feel safe, supported, and able to achieve their potential. Safeguarding is at the heart of everything we do.

Apply Today

To take the next step in your career as a Registered Manager, contact Sharissa:
sharissag@snghealthcare.co.uk
02380 118224