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Registered Manager- Brightlingsea

Are you an experienced leader ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children with learning difficulties?

We have a fantastic opportunity to join SV Care Services Ltd as a Registered Manager to open and manage a completely new provision in Brightlingsea. This service will be an 8-10 bed service supporting children with learning disabilities and complex needs, offering them a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment where they can thrive.

As a Registered Manager, you’ll be at the heart of a home that prioritises emotional security, development, and personalised care. You’ll bring passion, purpose, and structure—leading a dedicated team that delivers excellence in care, promotes independence, and helps every child reach their full potential.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Oversee the full operational management of the home in line with the Children’s Homes Regulations and Ofsted standards
  • Lead on care planning, safeguarding, staffing, quality assurance, and home development
  • Ensure the children receive high-quality, person-centred care tailored to their individual needs and developmental goals
  • Build a positive, professional culture—mentoring, motivating, and developing staff to deliver consistent, trauma-informed care
  • Act as a strong advocate for the young people and represent the service in professional networks, regulatory inspections, and multi-agency settings
  • Take responsibility for the home’s financial and administrative performance, ensuring sustainability and growth

What We’re Looking For:

We’re seeking a strong, experienced leader who is committed to making a difference in the lives of children with learning disabilities.

Essential Requirements:

  • Experience managing a children’s residential home, preferably for those with learning difficulties, ASD, or complex needs
  • Demonstrated ability to manage compliance, inspections, and quality standards in line with Ofsted
  • Proven experience in managing staff teams and supporting their development
  • Confident in safeguarding, care planning, and working with multi-agency professionals
  • Budgeting, rota management, and risk management experience
  • Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills
  • Current Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)
  • Proficient with digital care systems and Microsoft Office Suite

Why Work With SV Care Services?

At SV Care Services, we believe every child deserves a childhood filled with safety, dignity, and opportunity—no matter their background or abilities. We’re proud to create homes that empower young people to grow, learn, and prepare for independence.

We offer:

  • supportive and inclusive culture where your voice and experience matter
  • Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities
  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
  • A rewarding, meaningful role where you can truly make a difference

Ready to Lead With Us?

If you’re a confident, values-driven professional ready to shape a home that changes lives—we want to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV or reach out for an informal conversation about the role.

Please note:
All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, right to work in the UK and a full safer recruitment process.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

  • Casual dress
  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • Discounted or free food
  • Free parking
  • Health & wellbeing programme
  • On-site parking
  • Referral programme
  • Relocation assistance

Salary: From £75,000.00 per year

Location: Brightlingsea

Contract Type: Monday to Friday

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We want to ensure that we are an equal opportunities employer, in practice, which is why we want to monitor our recruitment procedures. We have separated the equal opportunities monitoring form from the application form and would be grateful if you would complete it. It will not be part of the selection/interview process.

PLEASE ENSURE ALL SECTIONS ARE COMPLETED FULLY AND ACCURATELY.

SAFER RECRUITMENT PROCEDURES MEAN THAT WE CANNOT ACCEPT INCOMPLETE APPLICATION FORMS OR OFFER INTERVIEWS BASED UPON CV’S

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