Children’s Registered Home Managers, South East England
Permanent role: Salary c. £55000
Job Title: Head of Home

Vitalis are recruiting for experienced Children’s Registered Home Managers in South East England.
There are multiple roles, and the locations are easily accessible from Hertfordshire, Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Bedfordshire, Milton Keynes and similar areas.

About the role
As Head of Home, you will hold a critical position with a broad range of responsibilities aimed at ensuring that residential care is fully aligned with the home’s Statement of Purpose, Children's Homes Regulations, Ofsted requirements, and our unwavering commitment to equality and positive outcomes for all children and young people. Key responsibilities include:
Supervising managerial and senior residential social work staff, fostering a culture of professional practice and excellence in performance.
Collaborating closely with the Head of Service to develop and promote the service, driving continuous improvements in performance and care quality.
Providing management cover for Team Managers when needed, ensuring seamless service delivery.
Representing the service at external events and contributing to internal working groups, panels, or projects as required.
Managing financial resources responsibly, ensuring sound business planning and effective financial oversight to support long-term sustainability.
This pivotal role requires not only strong leadership but also a deep passion for making a positive difference in the lives of children and young people.
About You

qualified to Level 5 in Children’s Residential Management
deeply passionate about promoting equality and achieving positive outcomes for all children and young people.
a minimum of four years' post-qualification experience

Please get in touch for more information.

Work with Vitalis to Discover Exciting Opportunities in Qualified Social Work, Housing and SEND

At Vitalis, we’re here to make your career journey seamless and rewarding. Here’s how we support you every step of the way:
Dedicated Consultant – Gain access to a specialist consultant who knows the market inside-out, has connections to roles across the UK, and is ready to provide tailored career advice and job search support.
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Whether you’re a qualified social worker, or have an interest in housing or SEND roles, we have the opportunities you’ll want to hear about.

Don’t forget, if this role isn’t the perfect fit, we’re confident we can find one that is. We recruit across a wide range of public sector specialisms, including:

Independent Reviewing Officer (IRO)
• Best Interest Assessor (BIA)
• Multi-Agency Safeguarding Hub (MASH)
• Looked After Children (LAC)
• Children’s Social Work
• Adult Social Work
• Service Manager
• Head of Service
• Team Manager
• Assistant Team Manager
• A wide range of housing roles
• Careers in SEND in local authorities

Let us help you take the next step in your career. Get in touch with me today to explore our exciting opportunities!
Contact me on olivia.russell@vitalissocialcare.co.uk or 07521053670 for more information.

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