Children’s Home Registered Manager

CareTech PLC; Paignton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Paignton is seeking a Children's Home Registered Manager. You will develop care plans, lead a strong team, and ensure high-quality standards for children in care. This role offers flexibility and is supported by an expert team, making a lasting impact on young people's lives. The ideal candidate has significant residential care experience and relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Annual quality and commercial bonus of £5,000

Flexible working options

Comprehensive induction and management training

Employee Assistance Service and Wellbeing Programme

Team Rewards with discounted experiences

Long Service Awards

Qualifications

• Passion for making a difference to the lives of children in care.
• At least 2 years in a residential care position for children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years.
• Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care is essential; Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at application.
• Strong knowledge of the Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent planning, organising, budgeting, resource allocation and team leadership skills.
• Confidence in effective spoken and written communication.
• Understanding of trauma and experience managing challenging behaviour.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive care plans for each young person, addressing care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs.
• Build and lead a strong team, delivering company induction and personal development plans.
• Consult with young people to gather their feedback on the care they receive.
• Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan.
• Maintain high-quality care standards in line with the Home’s Statement of Purpose.
• Take responsibility for addressing complaints and child-protection concerns.
• Collaborate with parents, carers and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people.
• Attend and contribute to care-planning and review meetings.
• Create a safe culture ensuring children receive the best possible standard of care.
• Manage the home commercially, aligning operations to budget expectations.

Job description

Children’s Home Registered Manager

Location: Paignton, Devon
Contract: Full Time, Permanent, 40 hours per week
Salary: Competitive salary based on experience plus £5,000 annual bonus
Closing Date: Tuesday 30 December 2025

Overview

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join Cambian as a Children's Registered Manager to open a new solo home in Paignton and make a lasting impact as part of our specialist EBD services. Backed by experts in our Clinical & Operations team, you can deliver the best care to a child that needs a loving and supportive home. This role can be shaped to meet your needs and allows flexible working hours around your personal requirements.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Annual quality and commercial bonus from £5,000.
• Participation in the Management Incentive Plan to share in the long‑term success of the company.
• Flexible working options.
• Comprehensive induction to set you up for success.
• Management Development Training Programme via the in‑house Leadership Academy.
• Competitive pay, pension scheme and a range of benefits including Employee Assistance Service, Wellbeing Programme, Recommend a Friend scheme, Cycle to Work, Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out, and Long Service Awards.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive care plans for each young person, addressing care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs.
• Build and lead a strong team, collaborating with recruitment teams to ensure the best fit for your home and delivering company induction and personal development plans.
• Consult with young people to gather their feedback on the care they receive.
• Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan.
• Maintain high‑quality care standards in line with the Home’s Statement of Purpose and quality standards.
• Take responsibility for addressing complaints and child‑protection concerns.
• Collaborate with parents, carers and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people.
• Attend and contribute to care‑planning and review meetings as appropriate.
• Create a safe culture ensuring children receive the best possible standard of care.
• Manage the home commercially, aligning operations to budget expectations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Passion for making a difference to the lives of children in care.
• At least 2 years in a residential care position for children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years.
• Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care is essential; Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at application, otherwise enrollment within 6 months is required.
• Strong knowledge of the Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent planning, organising, budgeting, resource allocation and team‑leadership skills.
• Confidence in effective spoken and written communication.
• Understanding of trauma and experience managing challenging behaviour.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and annual bonus.
• Participation in the Management Incentive Plan.
• Flexible working options.
• Comprehensive induction and leadership development programmes.
• Employee assistance, wellbeing, and cycle‑to‑work schemes.
• Team rewards, long‑service awards and other group perks.

Why Cambian

• Part of the CareTech family, offering a supportive and mission‑driven environment.
• Dedicated team of Care & Support Workers, Educators, Clinicians, Therapists, fostering and support services.
• Opportunities for career progression, professional development and recognised qualifications.
• Large provider of Care & Special Needs Education across Europe, offering long‑term career prospects.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

CareTech is a Disability Confident Employer and an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applicants must undergo an enhanced DBS check, provide references, and submit details relevant to working with children and vulnerable groups. All applicants are encouraged to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

How to Apply

When you are ready to make a difference, apply now via the CareTech career portal. Your application will require basic information plus supporting documents as per the position’s requirements.