Registered Manager - Children's Home

Registered Manager – Children’s Home

Salary: £46,000 – £52,000 per annum (DOE)
Hours: Avg. 39 hours per week with flexibility
Contract: Permanent, full-time

About the Role

This company is a leading social enterprise committed to transforming the lives of children and young people through therapeutic residential care, fostering, and education. We are now seeking a Registered Manager for our established 3-bed children’s home in the heart of Salisbury.

This home supports children aged 6–18 who have experienced Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and trauma. The service is built around the company's integrated therapeutic model, developed in partnership with their clinical team to ensure the best possible outcomes for every child.

As Registered Manager, you will lead a dedicated team of Residential Child Care Workers, create a safe and nurturing home environment, and work closely with clinical and education colleagues to embed therapeutic, child-centred practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop an established team of residential practitioners.

• Ensure high-quality care and safeguarding for all young people in the home.

• Oversee Ofsted compliance, regulatory standards, and inspection readiness.

• Implement the company's integrated therapeutic model in daily practice.

• Build strong relationships with the Regional Operations Manager, Head of Residential, and clinical and education teams.

• Drive continuous improvement and deliver positive outcomes for children.

• Manage budgets, staffing, and home operations effectively.

• Maintain a warm, supportive home environment that reflects children’s needs and aspirations.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a residential children’s home.

• At least 1 year in a supervisory or management position.

• Level 3 Children & Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent).

• Level 5 Leadership & Management (or working towards).

• Strong understanding of residential childcare legislation and Ofsted frameworks.

• A proven track record of maintaining or improving home standards.

• Ability to lead, inspire, and develop a cohesive staff team.

• Commitment to trauma-informed and therapeutic practice.

Why Five Rivers?

• 30 days (22 + 8 bank holidays) annual leave

• Blue Light Card

• Simply Health Medical Cash Back Scheme

• Enhanced company pension (4% employer contribution)

• Employee Assistance Programmes

• Enhanced maternity package (after 1 year’s service)

• Comprehensive L&D support and career progression

• Refer-a-friend scheme

• Long service and recognition awards

• Dedicated HR Business Partner support

• Clinical and peer support structure, including monthly forums

This company will support you through your Ofsted registration, all future inspections, and provide significant professional development from day one.

Location

The home is located in central Salisbury, within a short walk of the school, head office, shops, restaurants, and transport links. It is easily commutable from surrounding villages and neighbouring towns.

Interested?

To register your interest, please email your CV to rrafferty@sheldon-phillips.com or click Apply.

Want an informal conversation first? Call Rhys Rafferty on 

 — I’ll be happy to talk things through.