Registered Manager Children and Young People

Virtual Bridges, Inc.; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care provider in Blaenau Gwent is recruiting an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children's residential home. The role involves overseeing all service aspects to ensure high-quality, trauma-informed care for young people with complex needs while managing compliance and staff. Candidates must have a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management, experience in children's home management, and strong safeguarding knowledge. This is a full-time, permanent position with a competitive salary and several benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Casual dress and on-site parking

Company pension

Premium employee wellbeing programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ management experience in a children’s home.
• Registered with Social Care Wales and DBS Update Service preferred.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, RISCA and HR procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of high-quality, child-centred residential care.
• Ensure full compliance with safeguarding, RISCA and inspection frameworks.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Officer and oversee all safeguarding practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children’s Residential)

Job description

About The Role

We are recruiting an experienced Registered Manager to lead a well‑established children’s residential home in Blaenau Gwent. You will oversee all aspects of the service, ensuring high‑quality, trauma‑informed care for young people with complex needs, including Autism, EBD and those at risk of CSEhalve.

Location

Blaenau Gwent

Salary

£50,000-£55,000 per annum

Hours

Full‑time, 40 hours per week

Contract

Permanent

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of high‑quality, child‑centred residential care.


• Ensure full compliance with safeguarding, RISCA and inspection frameworks.


• Act as Designated Safeguarding Officer and oversee all safeguarding practices.


• Manage staff recruitment, induction, supervision and development.


• Promote a culture of dignity, respect and restorative practice.

Operational Duties

• Oversee care planning, key working and behaviour management strategies.


• Maintain accurate records and manage reporting for reviews and inspections.


• Manage budgets, petty cash and financial documentation.


• Ensure health and safety compliance across the home.


• Support a homely, inclusive and emotionally supportive environment.

Essential Requirements

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children’s Residential).


• Registered with Social Care Wales and DBS Update Service (preferred).


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


• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, RISCA and HR procedures.


• Experience with Autism, EBD, CSE and mental health needs.

Personal Qualities

• Professional, honest and resilient.


• Passionate about improving outcomes for young people.


• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.


• Able to manage complex situations with confidence.


• Committed to continuous improvement and high‑quality care.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.


• Casual dress and on‑site parking.


• Company pension.


• Premium employee wellbeing programme including:
  
  
  • 24/7 counselling and legal advice
  
  
  • Health and wellbeing assessments
  
  
  • Family care support
  
  
  • Personal goal setting and lifestyle guidance
  
  

If you are ready to lead a dedicated team and make a lasting impact in the lives of young νοer, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or call Kian on 02920 224 755 for an informal chat about the role.