Registered manager

Overview

Registered Manager – Doncaster

Dove Adolescent Services is recruiting a Registered Manager – Doncaster to launch and lead a brand-new 4-bed EBD children’s home in Doncaster (DN9). This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong leader to build a service from the ground up, make a genuine difference in children’s lives, and develop their professional skills in a supportive environment.

• Lead the registration and establishment of the brand-new children s residential home
• Recruit, develop, and manage a skilled staff team
• Oversee daily operations focusing on high standards of care and compliance
• Drive occupancy targets to ensure service sustainability
• Manage budgets, staffing, and performance to meet budgets and KPIs
• Deliver outstanding care and positive outcomes for young people
• Maintain full compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding standards
• Promote a positive, nurturing culture within the home
• Attend management and strategic meetings at Dove’s Head Office in Pontefract

• Minimum 2–3 years  leadership experience within children s residential services
• Ideally experienced in opening and registering new children s homes
• Level 3 Residential Childcare qualification (or equivalent)
• Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification (completed or in progress)
• Proven track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and regulatory compliance
• Ability to work independently and lead a stand-alone service
• Excellent communication and team management skills

• £54,080 basic salary with earning potential up to £64,280 through bonuses
• Occupancy bonus of £600 per month
• Ofsted bonus of £3,000 for achieving an Outstanding rating
• £250 training allowance
• On-call payments: £25 weekday, £35 weekend
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Free candidate registration, referral and loyalty bonus schemes, sign-up bonuses
• Daily payroll runs, dedicated specialist consultant, free compliance checks
• The chance to lead a service from its inception and make a real difference

Salary: £54,080 per annum, with the potential to earn up to £64,280