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Children's Residential Care Home Manager

Location: Winchester, Hampshire
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 (DOE & Qualifications)

Working hours:37.5 per week

Annual Leave: 33days inclusive of bank holidays

Children’s Home Manager – Sagewood House, Winchester

We are seeking a committed and compassionate Children’s Home Manager to establish and lead Sagewood House, a new four-bed residential home in Winchester, for children with emotional and behavioural needs.

Our vision is to provide excellent therapeutic care where children feel valued, safe, and at the centre of everything we do. Every member of the team will contribute to creating a nurturing and trauma-informed environment where children can build positive relationships, develop resilience, and thrive. We are in the fortunate position to be able to hand-pick an exceptional management team, who will lay strong foundations for our staff and the children we support.

We’re looking for a highly experienced, values-led leader who is passionate about creating positive change in the lives of children. Our ideal candidate will be:

• Compassionate and emotionally intelligent
• Reflective in their leadership style
• Enthusiastic about continuous learning and personal development
• An excellent communicator and team builder
• Dedicated and resilient, with a commitment to achieving the best outcomes in all areas of care

This is an excellent opportunity to be at the forefront of a new and exciting venture; shaping the culture and therapeutic ethos of the home from the ground up. Sagewood House will be a place of warmth, safety, and belonging for both the children and the entire team.

As Registered Manager, you will:

• Lead on the Ofsted registration process
• Embed a strong therapeutic approach to care
• Ensure the home consistently meets the highest standards of care and compliance
• Support children with emotional and behavioural needs
• Lead, develop and inspire a dedicated team of residential care staff
• Experience managing a children’s home and navigating the Ofsted registration process is essential.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Annual Leave: 33 days inclusive of bank holidays
• Performance bonuses & annual pay review
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing CPD, including leadership development and specialist training
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Enhanced DBS covered
• Free parking / On-site parking
• Blue Light Card eligibility
• Referral programme
• Beautifully refurbished, comfortable workplace
• A unique opportunity to establish and lead a new children’s home
• Supportive working environment with a small-scale provider dedicated to high-quality care and staff well-being

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the setup of the care home, creating a stable and supportive environment tailored to the needs of each child.
• Oversee the Ofsted registration process, ensuring the home meets all regulatory and quality standards.
• Foster a culture of kindness, empathy, and understanding, while building rapport and positive relationships with children, staff, and stakeholders.
• Ensure the care provided is always child-centred, valuing children’s perspectives and placing their well-being at the heart of all decisions.
• Develop and implement a robust Statement of Purpose, promoting resilience, growth, and positive experiences.
• Build and nurture a dedicated team of staff, inspiring them to be positive role models and deliver high-quality care.
• Work collaboratively with external support networks and families to ensure holistic, needs-led care for each child.
• Prioritise safeguarding and well-being, implementing practices that foster a safe and nurturing environment.

Experience required:

• At least 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager of a children’s home, with a strong track record of delivering high-quality, child-centred care.
• Experience supporting children with emotional and behavioural needs, including managing challenging behaviours with empathy and consistency.
• Demonstrable experience of successfully leading a home through the Ofsted registration process.

Qualifications/certification:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Full driving license and own vehicle
• Enhanced DBS Disclosure

Key knowledge, skills and qualities:

• Knowledge of residential care policies, procedures, and compliance requirements.
• Experience in care planning, risk assessment, and multi-agency working.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and the needs of looked-after children.
• Awareness of equality, diversity, and children’s rights.
• Compassionate and empathetic leadership, inspiring and motivating others.
• Committed to building positive relationships and valuing children's voices.
• Creates a nurturing environment through consistency and emotional security.
• Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.

Why Join Us?
Sagewood House is a values-led organisation with a strong commitment to well-being, therapeutic care, and meaningful relationships. As a key member of our leadership team, you’ll have the rare opportunity to help shape a brand-new service from the ground up; embedding a culture of compassion, reflection, and excellence in care from day one.

You’ll be empowered to lead with purpose, supported by a forward-thinking and collaborative team, and given space to grow in your own leadership journey. If you’re looking for a deeply rewarding role where your influence will have a lasting impact on children’s lives, and where your values truly matter, we would love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme
• Loyalty bonus
• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Winchester SO22: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Experience:

• Children's Home Manager: 2 years (preferred)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Location:

• Winchester SO22 (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Registered Children's Home Manager - Winchester
Expected start date: 01/08/2025