Children’s Manager (Learning Disabilities)

[Amber Mace
Published
February 24, 2026
Location
Wolverhampton, United Kingdom
Category
Job Type
Perm  
Salary From:
£50,000
Salary To:
£50,000

Description

Registered Manager – Children’s Learning Disability Service
Near Wolverhampton
Salary from £50,000 per annum (competitive for the right candidate)

Children’s Residential Service
Claire at Amber Mace is recruiting on behalf of a forward-thinking care provider for a Registered Manager to lead a children’s learning disability home located close to Wolverhampton.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Children’s Manager, or a driven Deputy Manager ready to step up, to take ownership of a small, specialist service where quality of care is the priority.

About the Role:
You will play a key role in shaping a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for children with learning disabilities. Alongside ensuring full Ofsted compliance, you will lead a dedicated staff team and work closely with families and professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for young people.
Key Duties:

  • Overall leadership and management of the children’s residential service
  • Driving high standards of person-centred and values-led care
  • Ensuring safeguarding practices are embedded and effective
  • Managing Ofsted inspections and regulatory compliance
  • Recruiting, developing, and retaining a committed staff team
  • Building strong relationships with local authorities and external professionals

What We’re Looking For:

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience working with children in an Ofsted-regulated setting
  • Experience supporting children with learning disabilities
  • Registered Manager experience or Deputy Manager experience with clear potential to progress
  • Confident, resilient, and child-focused leadership style
  • Strong understanding of safeguarding and regulatory frameworks

What’s on Offer:

  • Salary from £50,000 per annum – competitive for the right candidate
  • Opportunity to lead a small, specialist children’s service
  • Supportive provider with a quality-driven approach
  • Clear opportunities for development and progression

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact, call Claire at Amber Mace on 01904 571187 or email your cv to Claire@ambermace.com

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