Registered Service Manager - Childrens Residential

Lead the Way as a Registered Service Manager!

We’re excited to be launching a new residential children’s service in the surrounding Darlington area. As the first private provider in England registered under Ofsted’s new Multi-Building Children’s Homes model, this is a rare opportunity to lead a brand-new team and contribute to the development of our therapeutic approach to children’s residential care.

Your Role as Registered Service Manager: 

• Lead, inspire, and manage a Multi-Building Children’s Home, ensuring outstanding care for children who stay with us for around four months. 
• Work hand-in-hand with our Operations Manager, Assistant Manager, and wider team to deliver on our mission of stability, safety, health, and independence. 
• Mentor your team, shaping them into exceptional professionals who can see beyond behaviours and focus on the child. 
• Create a dynamic, well-run service that meets the highest standards of care and aligns with its statement of purpose. 
• Collaborate with external agencies to ensure holistic, child-focused outcomes. 

Why Join Us? 
A Rewarding Package:  

• Salary: Up to £58,344 (based on experience and qualifications).  
• Joining Bonus: £5,000 bonus (paid to successful candidates).
• Annual Leave: 33 days, with extra days for continuous service at 2 and 5 years.  
• Flexibility: 40-hour workweek (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm) with the occasional need for flexibility.  
• Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance, Medicash plan, 24/7 GP access, cashback on optical/dental treatments, and gym discounts.  
• Recognition & Rewards: Bonuses for referrals (£1,000 per successful referral) and monthly Wilderness Heroes awards.  
• Financial Security: Pension contributions and life assurance (2x salary).  
• Discounts: High street savings, leisure perks, and tailored local discounts.  

A Culture of Growth:  

• Opportunities to develop through coaching, industry-recognised qualifications, and career progression pathways.  
• Be part of an innovative organisation, leading in therapeutic and assessment-based residential care.  
• A workplace driven by Collaboration, Adaptability, Respect, and Empathy - where your voice matters.  

What We’re Looking For: 

• A minimum of 12 months’ experience managing a Residential Children’s Home. 
• Proven expertise in leading and developing teams of support workers. 
• Comprehensive knowledge of SCCIF, Children’s Home Regulations, and Quality Standards. 
• Ideally, a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management. 
• A creative, compassionate leader with a passion for working with children. 
• A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport. 

Click ‘Apply Now’ to register your details or contact us at [email protected]. We’ll guide you through our application process.   

All roles at Wilderness Way are subject to Safer Recruitment checks, including references, an enhanced DBS, and online/social media screening for successful candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background, experience, or protected characteristics.