Children's Home Dual Registered Manager

Two Homes. One Exceptional Leader.

At Compass Children’s Homes, we do more than provide care, we build communities where resilience, achievement, and lasting change go hand in hand.

As part of our continued development, we’re offering a unique opportunity for an experienced and ambitious Registered Manager to lead two homes. You will shape environments where children can thrive, teams can excel, and leadership truly makes a difference.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Dual Registered Manager, you’ll take operational responsibility for two residential homes: leading your teams to deliver high-quality care with consistency, compassion, and clarity.

Your responsibilities will include

• Managing the day-to-day operations of two residential homes
• Leading and developing staff teams across both settings
• Maintaining compliance, safeguarding, recruitment, audits and standards
• Supporting direct work with children when needed

What We’re Looking For

We’re seeking an inspiring, experienced leader with a proven record in children’s residential care. The ideal candidate is someone ready to step up and lead at scale.

Essential criteria

• Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People’s Services
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Residential Childcare)
• Minimum of 2 years as a Registered Manager with at least a Good Ofsted rating
• A strong commitment to safeguarding and improving outcomes for children

Desirable

Experience supporting other managers or overseeing multiple homes

The Package

We believe in rewarding leaders who deliver exceptional care and outcomes. This is a competitive package designed to reflect the scale and responsibility of the role:

• Basic salary: £60,000 – £67,000 (depending on experience and service)
• Performance bonus: Up to £24,000 annually (£12,000 per home)
• Total potential earnings: Up to £91,000 per year

“We want leaders who show up with openness, curiosity and courage. Leaders who care deeply about consistency, care and clarity – and who aren’t afraid of complexity. You’ll be supported, trusted and challenged in equal measure.”

— Stacy Wallace, Chief Executive

The successful applicants will be appointed subject to references and enhanced DBS check.

Compass is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We have excellent internal frameworks including REACH and GRACE which all contribute towards your day-to-day job role.