Job Description:

Suffolk County Council are seeking a Registered Children's Home Manager in Beccles, Suffolk. You will join us on a full-time, Permanent. The successful candidate will earn a competitive salary of £48,163 - £58,850 per annum (pro rata for part time).

At Suffolk County Council, every role is a chance to create positive change for young people in our care.

As a Registered Children's Home Manager in Beccles Children’s Home, you’ll see the direct impact of your work on the people and places that make Suffolk special. 

Join us and turn your passion for progress into action.

Reimagine the possibilities.

About our home

Beccles Children’s Home is a mixed gendered home for up to 4 children aged 11 - 17 years old who may experience some social, emotional, and mental health difficulties and who may have suffered from severe trauma. We provide support for the children in our care to achieve the best possible outcomes in all aspects of their lives, including education, health, and social and fun activities, as well as supporting them to build positive and appropriate relationships.

Your role and responsibilities

You will:

• lead and manage the Children’s Home to achieve the best outcomes for children and young people
• ensure safeguarding and risk management, maintaining compliance with Ofsted and statutory regulations
• recruit, supervise, and develop staff to deliver high-quality care and support
• oversee quality assurance, complaints, and accurate reporting for continuous improvement
• build strong partnerships with families, agencies, and the wider community to enhance service delivery
• provide cover and manage the out of hours on call service, which is based in the grounds of the home.

The home welcomes applications from individuals who are actively seeking opportunities to expand their careers within Social Care.

To take up this role, you:

• will have within the last 5 years, worked at least two years in a position relevant to the residential care of children and worked for at least one year in a role requiring the supervision and management of staff working in a care role
• must have or be willing to work towards gaining a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and management for Residential Childcare
• must be flexible to undertake on-call duties    
• must have experience within EBD sector
• must hold a Full UK Driving License with access to your own transport.

To enhance your development, full training will be provided regularly as well as monthly supervision with your line manager to ensure you feel supported within your role.

In addition to this, the home provides virtual clinical supervision by a seasoned professional. This does not only benefit your personal wellbeing but directly affects the experience of the children and young people within our care.  

?If you believe you can succeed in this role, apply. Even if you don't meet all requirements, still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application. 

Empowering Everyone 

We’re big believers in potential, possibility and the power of different ideas. We’re always searching for ways to encourage, respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals, especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation, as shown in our Workforce Equality Report.

Closing date: 11.30 pm, 24 June 2026.

If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this Registered Children's Home Manager role, even if you don’t meet all the requirements, please apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.

Suffolk County Council are an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts.