Location
Melksham
Industry sector
Social Care
Job type
Permanent | Full Time
Job start date
ASAP
Posted date
28/04/2026
Closing date
26/05/2026
Job Title: Registered Manager
Location: Wiltshire, SN12 8BN
Pay rate: £32,955 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift and schedule:
Shift pattern:
Monday to Friday
37.5 hours per week
Priority Recruitment are excited to present this fantastic Registered Manager opportunity in Wiltshire.
This is a key leadership role responsible for the overall management of a children’s residential home, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and operational performance. You will play a crucial role in shaping the culture of the home, leading a dedicated team, and delivering positive outcomes for children and young people.
We are looking for an experienced and driven individual who can lead from the front, maintain compliance with regulatory standards, and create a safe, stable, and nurturing environment.
Salary & Benefits:
- £32,955 per annum
- Monday to Friday working pattern (work-life balance focused)
- Weekly pay every Friday
- DBS fees reimbursed
- Refer a friend scheme – earn up to £500 per referral
- Access to 30,000+ national and local employee discounts (electronics, food, travel, fitness and more)
- Access to 100+ free virtual courses, live and on-demand, to support your professional development
Company and Role:
- Overall responsibility for the management of a children’s residential home
- Leading and developing a team of care professionals
- Ensuring compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Ofsted standards
- Creating a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment
Day-to-day responsibilities include:
- Managing the day-to-day operations of the home
- Leading, motivating, and developing staff teams
- Ensuring safeguarding and child protection procedures are always upheld
- Driving a positive culture focused on stability and outcomes for young people
- Maintaining compliance with Ofsted regulations and preparing for inspections
- Working closely with external professionals, local authorities, and families
- Managing budgets and resources effectively
- Overseeing care planning and ensuring high-quality service delivery
- Supporting staff development, training, and performance management
Successful Candidate:
- Previous experience as a Registered Manager in children’s residential care (essential)
- Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and inspections
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (or working towards)
- Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams
- Strong organisational and leadership skills
- Passionate, resilient, and committed to improving outcomes for young people
- Ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders and professionals
Apply now for more details, we’d love to hear from you!
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