Registered Children’s Home Manager Goole

Gillespie Recruitment Ltd; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Goole is seeking a Registered Children’s Home Manager to oversee a four-bed home. This role involves ensuring high standards of care and compliance with Ofsted requirements. The ideal candidate will lead a dedicated team, manage budgets, and create tailored care plans while fostering a nurturing environment for vulnerable young people. With a strong commitment to development, this company offers competitive salary and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Salary up to £50,000 per annum DOE

£5,000 annual quality and commercial bonus

Eligibility for Management Incentive Plan

Continuous learning and career progression opportunities

Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programmes

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in residential childcare.
• 1 year in a supervisory or management role is essential.
• Strong knowledge of Quality Standards, SCCIF, and legislation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a four-bed children’s home and ensure compliance with Ofsted.
• Develop individualised care plans for each child.
• Recruit and retain a motivated care team.
• Build effective relationships with families and local authorities.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organisational abilities

Written and verbal communication

Understanding of trauma

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Registered Children’s Home Manager – Goole

Location: Yorkshire, Goole. Job Type: Full Time.

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people? Join a leading care provider as a Registered Manager in Goole and make a lasting impact on the lives of children in care.

About the Role

As a Registered Children’s Home Manager, you will oversee a four-bed children’s home, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with Ofsted requirements. You’ll lead your team to deliver exceptional support to young people, helping them thrive in a safe, nurturing environment.

You’ll be responsible for building a positive home culture, managing budgets, and ensuring that all young people have comprehensive care plans tailored to their individual needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualised care plans addressing each child’s educational, emotional, social, and health needs.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a strong, motivated care team.
• Ensure the home meets at least “Good” Ofsted ratings through outstanding care standards.
• Foster consultation and participation for young people in the home.
• Oversee safeguarding, child protection, and complaint processes.
• Build effective relationships with families, local authorities, and external professionals.
• Manage budgets and ensure the home operates efficiently and compliantly.
• Contribute to care planning and review meetings as required.

About You

You’re an experienced care professional with a passion for making a real difference. You bring leadership skills, resilience, and a deep understanding of children’s residential care.

You will have:

• At least 2 years’ experience in residential childcare, with 1 year in a supervisory or management role.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to start within 6 months).
• Strong knowledge of Quality Standards, SCCIF, and childcare legislation.
• Excellent planning, organisational, and leadership abilities.
• Confidence in written and verbal communication.
• Understanding of trauma and the needs of children with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• A full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £50,000 per annum DOE.
• £5,000 annual quality and commercial bonus.
• Eligibility for the Company’s Management Incentive Plan.
• Management Development Training and Leadership Academy access.
• Continuous learning and career progression opportunities.
• Competitive benefits package including:
• Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programmes.
• Recommend a Friend scheme.
• Cycle to Work scheme.
• Team Rewards and Long Service Awards.
• Company pension scheme.

Why Join

Be part of one of the UK’s most respected care organisations, a place where every day you make a difference in the lives of young people. You’ll have the chance to grow your career within a supportive network, with ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities.

This employer is a Disability Confident and Equal Opportunities Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all in its care. All applicants must complete an enhanced DBS check and provide references covering the past two years.

If you’re ready to lead a passionate team and make a lasting difference — apply today with Gillespie Recruitment and join a company where every day counts.