Job Description

📍 Crook, County Durham, UK

Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home

We are delighted to present an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and dedicated Registered Manager to lead a newly opened, high-specification residential provision for children and young people.

This is a rare chance to shape and lead a specialist service from the ground up, delivering bespoke, trauma-informed care for a young person with complex emotional and behavioural needs—making a truly lasting and meaningful difference in their life.

About the Role

As Registered Manager, you will hold full responsibility for the leadership, management, and day-to-day running of the residential home. You will create a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where high standards of care and compliance are not only met but consistently exceeded.

You will champion the rights, choices, and wellbeing of the young person, while fostering a strong, supportive, and motivated team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop a skilled residential care team
• Provide clear leadership, supervision, and ongoing mentorship to staff
• Establish a safe, stable, and nurturing home environment
• Embed and deliver trauma-informed care practices
• Promote positive behaviour using approaches such as PACE and Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
• Oversee care planning, safeguarding, and risk management processes
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant legislation and regulatory standards
• Build effective partnerships with local authorities, education providers, health professionals, and families
• Respond confidently and effectively to complex behaviours and crisis situations
• Maintain high standards across all aspects of the home
• Prepare for and excel in inspections and monitoring visits
• Support the young person in daily routines, activities, and appointments

What We’re Looking For

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a senior role within a children’s residential setting
• Demonstrable experience supporting young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs
• A strong understanding of trauma-informed practice
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and interpersonal skills
• A resilient, reflective, and compassionate approach
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding and regulatory requirements
• A full UK driving licence

What We Offer

• The opportunity to lead a brand-new, purpose-built residential home
• A supportive, forward-thinking organisation
• Ongoing professional development and training
• The chance to make a genuine and lasting impact on a young person’s life
• Clear career progression within a growing care provider

Additional Information

This role is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check due to working with vulnerable young people. Safeguarding and promoting their welfare is paramount, and all applicants must share this commitment.