Registered Children's Manager

Keys Group; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 42,000 - GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Plymouth is seeking a Registered Manager to lead a 2-bed service for young people with complex needs. This role requires a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a similar environment at a senior level, alongside strong knowledge of legislation and safeguarding procedures. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000, along with a 21% annual bonus, extensive training support, and benefits including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and wellbeing support.

Benefits

Annual Leave - 32 days inclusive of bank holidays

Life Assurance - Worth x2 your annual salary

Ongoing Training and Development

Pension Scheme

Staff Referral Scheme

Discounts at Highstreet retailers and other benefits

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working within a similar environment at a Senior level.
• Strong knowledge of legislation and safeguarding procedures such as The Children Act 1989.
• Experience of budgets and financial management.

Responsibilities

• Lead with vision, compassion and integrity, ensuring children receive outstanding care.
• Empower your team to deliver therapeutic, child-centred care.
• Oversee all operational aspects, including safeguarding and compliance.

Job description

Annual Bonus: 21% of your Annual Salary

Keys are recruiting to one of our 2 bed services in Plymouth. This home currently supports 1 YP with complex needs (EBD). This home receives 1 day a week of clinical support from a dedicated Psychologist/ Therapist.

Your Role as a Registered Manager:

• Lead with vision, compassion and integrity, ensuring children receive outstanding care, support and guidance tailored to their individual needs.
• Be the voice and advocate for both your team and the children, creating a home where safety, respect and aspirations thrive.
• Empower your team to deliver therapeutic, child-centred care that leads to real, lasting outcomes.
• Build a home culture that is warm, inclusive, and resilient, where young people feel safe, valued and inspired.
• Oversee all operational aspects, including safeguarding, care planning, compliance, and team development.
• Mentor and develop staff, cultivating future leaders through coaching, supervision and training (including QCF Level 3 facilitation).
• Lead service development, budget management and continuous improvement across all areas of home performance.

Requirement

• A minimum of 3 years’ experience working within a similar environment at a Senior level.
• Level 3 or 4 in Children and Young Peoples workforce.
• Achieved or working towards Level 5 Diploma in leadership for Health and Social Care services (Children and Young Peoples management qualification).
• Strong knowledge of legislation and safeguarding procedures such as The Children Act 1989, Childrens home regulations.
• Experience of budgets and financial management.
• Fully committed to achieving the best outcomes for children.
• Full driving licence is essential.
• Ability to work flexibly and carry out on-call duties.

Why join Keys Group as a Service Manager?

• Salary - up to £50,000
• Bonus Scheme - 21% of your annual salary
• Clinical & Specialist Advice- Your home will have an assigned team of Clinical and Specialist Advisors who are dedicated to your region
• Annual Leave - 32 days inclusive of bank holidays
• Career Progression - We have a whole world of opportunities within the group. Many of our managers have progressed into senior leaders within our organisation
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity- When you want to start or grow your own family and feel financially secure
• Festive Gift- Our way of saying "Thank you!" for your hard work at Christmas
• Life Assurance- Worth x2 your annual salary
• DBS Check – we cover the cost of your DBS check and subsequent renewals
• Ongoing Training and Development – Supported by our award winning Learning and Development Team, you will receive ongoing training and development throughout your career
• Pension Scheme – start growing that pot for a healthy and happy retirement
• Wellbeing Support, Advice and Guidance – via our Employee Assistance Program though an online portal or over the telephone
• Staff Referral Scheme – Refer a friend to join Keys Group and split a £500 referral bonus between you
• EPIC Awards –All of our employees are EPIC in our eyes and do some incredible things each and every day. Each month, we recognise those that have shown that they really live by our values with EPIC awards and a fantastic prize on offer
• Discounts at Highstreet retailers, days out, gifts, holidays and even when buying a car – available via a Blue Light card