Job Title: Registered Children’s Home Manager – Bedford
Salary/Bonus: £49,159 - £52,251 per annum + up to £10,000 Bonus
Location: Bedford
Make a real difference at Harpury House – an Outstanding home with a family feel.
Homes2Inspire are looking for a passionate and inspiring Registered Children’s Home Manager to lead our beautiful, spacious home located near the centre of Bedford. First opened in 2010, our home provides care and accommodation for up to four young people aged 10–18, both male and female.
This is not just a job it’s an opportunity to shape lives. Harpury House has a warm, nurturing, family atmosphere where staff work closely together and with the young people to ensure every child feelswanted, valued, and recognised as an individual. We are proud to say the home is rated Outstanding by Ofsted (October 2025) – a testament to the incredible team and culture already in place.
As Registered Manager, you’ll lead with empathy and strength, guiding your team to maintain this positive environment while supporting each young person’s unique journey. You’ll have the backing of Homes2Inspire – the only charity-owned provider in Ofsted’s top 10, where over 92% of homes are rated Good or Outstanding.
What you’ll bring:
- QCF Level 5 in Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare (or working towards)
- At least 2 years’ recent experience in a supervisory role within a Registered Children’s Home
- Proven leadership skills with a child-centred approach
- Strong knowledge of children’s home regulations and legislation
- A positive track record with Ofsted inspections
- Ability to inspire a team and build trusted relationships with stakeholders
- Full UK Driving Licence
What we offer:
- Up to £10,000 bonus based on targets and budgets
- Generous annual leave entitlement + option to purchase extra days
- Unum Healthcare – claim back everyday healthcare costs
- Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support, including counselling
- Wellbeing support from our in-house NHS-trained team
- Shopping, cinema and holiday discounts + Blue Light card eligibility
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- £500 “Refer a Friend” bonus
Ready to lead an Outstanding home and make a lasting difference?
Apply today or contact our Careers Team for more details: careers@homes2inspire.co.uk | 01788 487057
At Homes2Inspire, we’re committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including those with lived experience. Male staff are under-represented in our services, and we encourage more male applicants to apply.