Trainee Children's Manager

2 weeks ago

Watford WD, United Kingdom Avalon Care Home Full time £45,000 - £50,000 per year

Trainee Registered Children's Home Manager

Location: Watford

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience and qualifications)

Home Type: 3-bed EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties)

We are seeking a motivated and committed Trainee Registered Manager to support the launch and development of a brand-new residential children's home in Watford. This is a unique opportunity to step into a leadership role with full support, training, and development, as you work towards full registration with Ofsted.

If you have a strong background in children's residential care and are ready to take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

Working alongside an experienced Responsible Individual and senior leadership team, you will be instrumental in supporting the setup and day-to-day running of the home. You'll help recruit and manage staff, contribute to policy development, and build a safe, child-centred environment where vulnerable children and young people can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support the setup and registration of the home with Ofsted
  • Assist with recruiting, training, and developing a care team
  • Contribute to creating a trauma-informed, nurturing environment
  • Help ensure compliance with Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
  • Support the delivery of outstanding care for young people with emotional and behavioural needs
  • Learn and implement systems for safeguarding, record-keeping, budgeting, and team management
  • Work closely with senior staff to build leadership and management capabilities

Requirements

  • Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
  • Working towards, or willing to work towards, a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (Children and Young People's Residential Management)
  • Minimum of 2 years' experience in a residential children's home
  • Passion for working with young people and a strong understanding of trauma-informed care
  • A desire to learn, grow and take on leadership responsibility
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Strong knowledge of safeguarding and regulatory standards (Ofsted)

What We Offer

  • A structured development plan to become a fully Registered Manager
  • Support with qualifications, training, and professional growth
  • Ongoing mentoring and coaching from experienced leaders
  • The opportunity to be involved in building a home from the ground up
  • A supportive team culture focused on child-centred practice and continuous improvement

This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced Senior Support Worker, Team Leader or Deputy Manager looking to progress into a Registered Manager position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £45,000.00-£50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company events
  • Company pension
  • On-site parking

Experience:

  • Residential Childcare Leadership: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

  • NVQ 5 Leadership and Management (preferred)
  • NVQ 3 Residential Childcare (or equivalent) (required)
  • Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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