Job Title: Registered Children’s Home Manager – Wellingborough
Salary/Bonus: £49,159 - £52,251 per annum + up to £10,000 Bonus
Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire (NN8)
Make a real difference at Hatton House – a welcoming, Ofsted-rated Good home with a true family feel.
Homes2Inspire are looking for a passionate and inspiring Registered Children’s Home Manager to lead our beautiful, spacious home located in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire. it is a 10 minute walk into the town of Wellingborough. We at Poppy are well linked to the local schools in the area but also not far from the A14 for Kettering and A45 for Northampton.
Poppy House is a solo provision offering a warm, nurturing and PACE model approach to either a male or female who is unable to live with other young people. Poppy provides support to one child with a strong emphasis on providing an individual package of care, adapting where necessary to ensure the child is able to grow and progress successfully.
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 Ofsted-rated Good 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.