Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home (SEMH)
Nuneaton, Warwickshire
Up to £60,000 + £3,000 Annual Performance Bonus
Brand New 3-Bed Children's Home
Full-Time | Permanent
An Opportunity to Build Something Special
Delphi Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a growing children's residential care provider seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a brand-new 3-bed SEMH home in Nuneaton.
This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a newly developed service from the beginning, shaping the culture, developing the team, and creating a warm, therapeutic environment where children can thrive.
Whether you're an experienced Registered Manager looking for a fresh challenge or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready for your first registration, this role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact while building a successful service.
About the Home
- Brand-new children's residential home
- 3-bed SEMH provision
- Purposefully renovated environment
- Therapeutic and child-centred approach
- Supportive and accessible ownership team
- Strong commitment to achieving Outstanding outcomes
What You'll Be Responsible For
- Leading the day-to-day operation of the home
- Preparing for and maintaining Ofsted registration and compliance
- Developing and leading a high-performing team
- Creating a positive culture focused on outcomes and safeguarding
- Maintaining high standards of care and practice
- Building positive relationships with local authorities and professionals
- Managing budgets, safeguarding, staffing, and occupancy
- Driving continuous improvement and quality assurance
- Ensuring readiness for Ofsted inspections and achieving strong outcomes
What We're Looking For
Essential
✔ Experience within children's residential care
✔ Experience supporting children with SEMH needs
✔ Sound knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
✔ Leadership or management experience within a residential childcare setting
✔ Strong safeguarding knowledge
✔ Full UK Driving Licence
Desirable
✔ Existing Registered Manager experience
✔ Deputy Manager looking to step into registration
✔ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete)
✔ History of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes
Salary & Benefits
Package
Up to £60,000 salary
£3,000 annual performance bonus
Loyalty bonus scheme
Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
Free parking
Free meals whilst on shift
Health benefits
Wellbeing support
Ongoing training and development
Career progression opportunities
Generous annual leave entitlement
Paid DBS
Why This Role?
Many Registered Manager vacancies involve inheriting challenges.
This role offers the opportunity to create your own culture, build a team you believe in, and develop a service from day one with the backing of a supportive provider committed to achieving excellent outcomes for children and young people.
If you've always wanted the opportunity to shape a home rather than simply manage one, this could be the role for you.