Residential Manager

Community Care Live; Alton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A charity organization is seeking a dedicated Residential Manager to oversee a residential student house, providing high-quality care for young disabled people. The ideal candidate will have a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management and substantial experience in residential care. This role offers an annual salary of £42,708 to £45,347, along with a subsidized accommodation package, and opportunities for professional development. Join a supportive team making a positive impact in the lives of students.

Benefits

Health Cash Plan

Perkbox discount scheme

Life insurance

Pension scheme

Occupational health scheme

Free wellbeing activities

Free parking

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in the residential care of young people or people with disabilities.
• Ability to lead, inspire, and motivate a large staff team.

Responsibilities

• Ensure provision of high-quality holistic care to students.
• Work with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver high quality care.
• Manage a residential student house ensuring care standards are met.

Skills

Organizational skills

Management skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership skills

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management Adult Care or NVQ 4 in Management and Care

Job description

Residential Manager

42 hours per week

(Term time + 1 week of holiday working.Holidays are aligned with Hampshire schools)

Treloar’s is a charity which runs one of the UK’s largest specialist education centres for young disabled people to live and learn. Through our school and college, we offer students the opportunity to fully take part in life and achieve their aspirations.

We are looking to recruit a new Residential Manager for one of our 6 on site residential student houses. You’ll be working alongside 5 experienced residential managers as well as our Head of Residential Services. You will also be supported by our Head of Safeguarding, with access to 24 hour safeguarding advice and support.

As an integral part of the department, you will be expected to ensure provision of high-quality holistic care to our students, ensuring their educational, personal and social care needs are met. You will be working as a member of a true multi-disciplinary team delivering high quality care to students enabling them to achieve their full potential.

You will need to possess a qualification acceptable to the Care Quality Commission for the management of a care home for young adults (Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management Adult Care or NVQ 4 in Management and Care, or RMA) and will have substantial experience in the residential care of young people or people with disabilities. Equally important is your ability to lead, inspire and motivate a large staff team to ensure that the standard of care provided is outstanding.

To be successful in this post you will need excellent organisational and management skills; the ability to rise to the challenge when the pressure is on; and of course, possess outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.

This role requires you to live onsite during term time (plus 1 week of the holiday) therefore we offer a heavily subsidised accommodation package which includes:

• Onsite 3‑bed house Families are welcome to live onsite with you
• An allowance paid to cover utility bills
• Reasonable moving expenses covered

We offer:

• £42,708 - £45,347 per annum (dependant on experience) plus onsite accommodation package including 3‑bed house
• Term time only plus 1 week of holiday working, in line with Hampshire Country Council holidays
• Health Cash Plan and Perkbox discount scheme
• Life insurance, critical illness scheme, pension scheme & occupational health scheme
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Free wellbeing activities (e.g., gym/Pilates)
• Free parking

Why Join Treloar's?

By joining Treloar's, you will become part of a dedicated team that is making a positive impact in the lives of young disabled people. We offer a supportive work environment and the chance to be part of something truly special.

If you are ready to make a difference and meet the challenges of this rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our team!

How to apply?

To apply, please complete our online application form, alternatively please call our Recruitment Team on 01420 547400, ext. 3574.

If you’d like to arrange an informal visit with the Head of Residential Services, Helen Goodenough, please contact Sophie Milroy, Recruitment Lead on 01420 547400 ext. 3574 or by email on [e-mail].

Closing date: Monday 9th February 2026

Interviews: Thursday 26th February 2026

Please don’t delay in submitting your application. Where roles are urgent or we receive a high volume of applications, we may conclude the process prior to any closing date indicated.

Treloar Trust is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. All successful candidates will be subject to a DBS Check along with other relevant employment checks.

Registered charity number 1092857.