Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home (EBD) – Doncaster

Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home (EBD)

Location: Doncaster
Salary: £55,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week

Resolve Recruitment Services are recruiting on behalf of our client for a dedicated and child-focused Registered Manager to lead a three-bedded EBD children’s home in Doncaster.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you will have the autonomy to shape the home, build your own team, and lead the service through registration.

The Role

As Registered Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and outcomes for children and young people.

Key responsibilities include:
• Leading the setup and Ofsted registration of the home
• Recruiting and developing your own staff team (with onboarding support provided)
• Providing strong leadership and fostering a positive team culture
• Ensuring full compliance with Ofsted regulations and standards
• Delivering high-quality, child-centred care
• Developing and implementing tailored care plans
• Building strong partnerships with local authorities and external agencies
• Managing budgets and resources effectively

Support & Development
• Ongoing support from experienced Registered Managers and senior leadership
• Structured guidance through the registration process
• Funded Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (if required)
• Flexibility within the role to support work-life balance and CPD

Benefits
• 32 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• On-call payments:
• Monday–Thursday: £20 per night
• Friday–Sunday: £40 per night
• £2,000 registration bonus (upon successful registration)
• Performance-related bonuses (Ofsted ratings and occupancy)
• Employee health assistance programme
• Staff discount scheme

About the Organisation

Our client delivers high-quality residential care services and has a strong track record of working in partnership with local authorities. They are committed to creating a supportive environment where managers are empowered to make decisions based on the needs of children and young people.

Safeguarding is at the heart of their service, and all staff are expected to uphold the highest standards in protecting and supporting those in their care.

Requirements
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve within 2 years)
• Experience in a management or supervisory role within a children’s residential setting
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and relevant legislation
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children
• Full UK Driving Licence

Additional Information
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care (required)
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK
• Enhanced DBS and safeguarding checks are required

Application Questions
• Do you have a strong understanding of legislation governing children’s homes?
• Do you have supervisory or management experience in residential childcare?
• Do you hold (or are you willing to work towards) a Level 5 qualification?