Registered Manager - Childrens Home
Within Reach services Limited
Cheltenham · posted 19 August 2026
Salary
£55,000 a year
Job type
temporary
Location
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
Category
Social Care
Ofsted Registered Manager
The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
Location Gloucester
Home Solo placement or 2 bed depending on requirements
Salary £55,000
Hours 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with participation in the on-call rota
Job description:
Lead a brand-new childrens residential home from the very beginning and shape the culture, team and outcomes from day one.
Within Reach Services is looking for an experienced Registered Manager or a strong Deputy Manager ready to step into registration to lead a brand-new childrens residential service in Gloucester. This is a rare opportunity to establish a high-quality home from the ground up and make a lasting impact on the lives of young people.
We are looking for either:
An experienced Ofsted Registered Manager who is ready to lead a new service, or
A strong Deputy Manager with substantial childrens residential experience who is ready to step up into registration.
To be considered, you must have:
At least 2 years experience in childrens residential care within the last 5 years
Leadership experience as a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager
A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (or be willing to work towards it)
A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
What you can expect in return
Performance-related annual bonus linked to Ofsted outcomes
Fully funded Level 5 to 7 qualification
Four wellbeing days per year for personal use
Annual leave of 20 days plus bank holidays
On-site parking and parking permit for use in city centre locations across Gloucestershire
Laptop and work phone provided
Service Awards: £200 after 2 years, £400 after 5 years, £600 after 10 years
£900 employee referral bonus
Blue Light Card Eligibility
Workplace pension
Casual wear
Annual company wide events
The role
This is an opportunity to build a childrens home from the beginning rather than inherit an existing service. You will play a key role in establishing the home environment, developing the team, embedding a positive culture and creating a safe, nurturing setting where young people with emotional and behavioural needs or learning difficulties can thrive.
The home will care for a maximum of two children, allowing for highly personalised care, stronger relationships and meaningful outcomes. You will also have the opportunity to help furnish and personalise the home to reflect the individual needs of each young person.
You will be supported by a strong leadership structure, including Deputy/Assistant Managers, Team Leaders and Support Workers, giving you the resources and support needed to establish and lead a high-quality service. We are proud to confirm that we do not use any temporary agency staff across any of our homes.
Why choose Within Reach?
Within Reach Services is a leading privately owned provider of complex care in the Gloucestershire area. We currently operate 7 Ofsted registered childrens homes and 3 CQC registered adult homes .
We invest heavily in our managers through structured leadership support, career development, funded qualifications and a strong operational framework.
Our childrens homes support young people with SEMH and LD needs, and every home is fully staffed with permanent team members.
What we are looking for
We are looking for a compassionate and confident leader who understands both the regulatory responsibilities of an Ofsted registered home and the importance of creating a stable, nurturing environment for children and young people. xwzovoh
You will receive comprehensive support from two Deputy Managers, our Responsible Individual Trevor, our Operational Lead Mimi, and our in-house Recruitment and Onboarding Team, ensuring full staffing without reliance on agency staff.
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The full job description covers all associated skills, previous experience, and any qualifications that applicants are expected to have.
Location Gloucester
Home Solo placement or 2 bed depending on requirements
Salary £55,000
Hours 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with participation in the on-call rota
Job description:
Lead a brand-new childrens residential home from the very beginning and shape the culture, team and outcomes from day one.
Within Reach Services is looking for an experienced Registered Manager or a strong Deputy Manager ready to step into registration to lead a brand-new childrens residential service in Gloucester. This is a rare opportunity to establish a high-quality home from the ground up and make a lasting impact on the lives of young people.
We are looking for either:
An experienced Ofsted Registered Manager who is ready to lead a new service, or
A strong Deputy Manager with substantial childrens residential experience who is ready to step up into registration.
To be considered, you must have:
At least 2 years experience in childrens residential care within the last 5 years
Leadership experience as a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager
A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (or be willing to work towards it)
A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle
What you can expect in return
Performance-related annual bonus linked to Ofsted outcomes
Fully funded Level 5 to 7 qualification
Four wellbeing days per year for personal use
Annual leave of 20 days plus bank holidays
On-site parking and parking permit for use in city centre locations across Gloucestershire
Laptop and work phone provided
Service Awards: £200 after 2 years, £400 after 5 years, £600 after 10 years
£900 employee referral bonus
Blue Light Card Eligibility
Workplace pension
Casual wear
Annual company wide events
The role
This is an opportunity to build a childrens home from the beginning rather than inherit an existing service. You will play a key role in establishing the home environment, developing the team, embedding a positive culture and creating a safe, nurturing setting where young people with emotional and behavioural needs or learning difficulties can thrive.
The home will care for a maximum of two children, allowing for highly personalised care, stronger relationships and meaningful outcomes. You will also have the opportunity to help furnish and personalise the home to reflect the individual needs of each young person.
You will be supported by a strong leadership structure, including Deputy/Assistant Managers, Team Leaders and Support Workers, giving you the resources and support needed to establish and lead a high-quality service. We are proud to confirm that we do not use any temporary agency staff across any of our homes.
Why choose Within Reach?
Within Reach Services is a leading privately owned provider of complex care in the Gloucestershire area. We currently operate 7 Ofsted registered childrens homes and 3 CQC registered adult homes .
We invest heavily in our managers through structured leadership support, career development, funded qualifications and a strong operational framework.
Our childrens homes support young people with SEMH and LD needs, and every home is fully staffed with permanent team members.
What we are looking for
We are looking for a compassionate and confident leader who understands both the regulatory responsibilities of an Ofsted registered home and the importance of creating a stable, nurturing environment for children and young people. xwzovoh
You will receive comprehensive support from two Deputy Managers, our Responsible Individual Trevor, our Operational Lead Mimi, and our in-house Recruitment and Onboarding Team, ensuring full staffing without reliance on agency staff.