Registered Children's Manager
Location: Shropshire
Salary: £55,000 per annum + Performance Bonus
Service: Children's Complex Care Residential Service
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Claire at Amber Mace is recruiting on behalf of a well-established children's residential care provider for an experienced and dedicated Registered Children's Manager to lead a specialist complex care service.

This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable and passionate leader who understands the regulatory framework and has experience managing an Ofsted-registered children's home.

About the Role

As Registered Manager, you will have full responsibility for the leadership, compliance, and performance of the residential service, supporting children and young people with complex care needs.

You will play a key role in ensuring the home operates in line with Ofsted regulations and the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015, striving to achieve and maintain a “Good” or “Outstanding” rating.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day management of the children's residential service
Ensure full regulatory compliance and lead on Ofsted inspections
Safeguard and promote the welfare of children at all times
Lead, motivate, and develop a committed staff team
Monitor care plans, risk assessments, and behavioural support strategies
Manage budgets and occupancy levels effectively
Drive continuous improvement and quality assurance across the service
Build strong relationships with local authorities, families, and external professionals
Essential Requirements

Previous experience working as a Registered Manager within a children's residential setting
Strong working knowledge of Ofsted frameworks and inspection processes
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)
Proven leadership and team development experience
In-depth understanding of supporting children with complex care needs
Excellent organisational, communication, and compliance skills
What's on Offer

£55,000 per annum
Attractive performance-related bonus structure
Supportive senior leadership team
Ongoing professional development
Opportunity to lead a specialist, child-focused service and make a lasting difference
If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking for your next leadership opportunity in Shropshire, Claire at Amber Mace would love to hear from you.
To apply, please submit your CV or contact Claire directly for a confidential discussion on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)