🌟 Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home

📍 Location: Andover – Arc HD Services Ltd
🕒 Hours: Full-Time | 📅 Contract: Permanent

Are you a passionate and experienced leader in children's residential care? Do you thrive in a therapeutic environment where safeguarding, development, and emotional wellbeing are at the heart of everything you do? If so, Arc HD Services Ltd would love to hear from you.

We’re seeking a Registered Manager to lead our Children’s Home in line with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards. This is a unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on young lives while shaping a high-performing, compassionate team.

🔑 Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the Children’s Home, ensuring full regulatory compliance.
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, taking responsibility for all safeguarding referrals and procedures.
• Inspire and supervise a dedicated team, ensuring high standards of care and professional development.
• Collaborate with therapists, nursing staff, and external agencies to deliver holistic, therapeutic support.
• Manage budgets, staffing rosters, and care plans with precision and empathy.
• Maintain strong relationships with families, commissioners, and the wider community.

✅ What We’re Looking For:

• Essential:

  • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
  • Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential childcare within the last 5 years
  • At least 1 year in a supervisory/management role
  • Strong safeguarding knowledge and commitment to child protection
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
  • Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

• Desirable:

  • Studying or committed to completing Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare
  • Previous experience as a Designated Safeguarding Officer
  • Experience writing reports and attending reviews

🌈 Why Join Arc HD Services?

• Be part of a values-driven organisation focused on therapeutic care and emotional wellbeing.
• Work in a supportive environment with regular supervision and opportunities for growth.
• Make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
• Enjoy a collaborative culture where your voice and leadership truly matter.