Registered Manager
Quick answer
Action for Children is hiring a Registered Manager in Morayshire offering £37,500 per annum to lead and develop a team providing residential care for children with complex needs.
- Role
- Registered Manager
- Organization
- Action for Children
- Location
- Morayshire
- Work setup
- On-site
- Level
- Senior
- Compensation
- £37,500 per annum
- Category
- Leadership & Executive
The role
The Registered Manager role at Action for Children involves leading and developing a team to provide high-quality, child-centered care for young people aged 11-18 with complex needs. Based in Morayshire, the position focuses on fostering a positive culture of accountability and growth while ensuring children receive necessary support to reach their potential. The role requires strong leadership skills and experience working with youth who have experienced trauma.
What you'll do
- Drive positive outcomes for children and young people by ensuring they receive high-quality care, support, and opportunities to thrive.
- Lead, support, and develop the staff team, creating a culture of accountability, learning, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment where children and young people feel secure, valued, and assured.
- Oversee the delivery of individualized care and support, ensuring children's needs are met and their voices are heard.
- Promote positive experiences for children and young people living away from home, helping them achieve stability, confidence, and independence.
- Ensure children and young people receive the support they need in all aspects of daily life, promoting their health, wellbeing, happiness, and overall development.
What it takes
- Proven experience leading and managing a team, driving high performance and positive outcomes for children and young people.
- Experience working with children and young people who have experienced trauma or adverse life experiences.
- A strong understanding of residential childcare practice and the ability to create a sense of safe, nurturing, and child-centered environment.
- Experience of working in partnership with families and multi-agency professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people.
- Previous experience supporting young people with complex health, emotional, or support needs would be advantageous.
What you'll bring
How we treat you
Over 7 weeks inclusive paid leave, optional buy/sell leave, training opportunities, flexible maternity/paternity/adoption packages, up to 5% employer contribution, life assurance cover, Blue Light Card eligibility.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the job located?
The role is based in Morayshire.
What is the compensation for this position?
The salary is £37,500 per annum.
What are the key qualifications required?
Candidates should have proven experience leading and managing a team in childcare, experience with children who have experienced trauma, and knowledge of residential childcare practice.
How or by when can I apply?
Applications can be submitted via the Action for Children careers page.
How to apply
Apply directly on Action for Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.
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