Lead a Home. Change Lives. Shape Futures with ARC HD Services

Are you an experienced Registered Manager or exceptional Deputy Manager within Children's Residential Services who is looking for their next challenge?

Do you believe that every child deserves the opportunity to feel safe, valued, and empowered to build a brighter future?

If so, we'd love to hear from you.

At ARC HD Services, we are passionate about providing high-quality, therapeutic care for children and young people who have experienced significant trauma, adversity, and disruption in their lives. We believe that with the right support, nurturing relationships, and stable home environment, every young person can overcome challenges and achieve their full potential.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Salary of £55845 per annum – because your time and care are valuable
• Do what you love – advocate for the children, ensuring their voices are heard
• Join a Multi award-winning charity – we reinvest profits into YOU and the people we support
• Supportive leadership
• 6 weeks paid annual leave – rest, recharge, repeat
• Hybrid working - work from the children's home, your home or our Fareham office
• Pension scheme – planning for your future, together
• We'll pay for your Blue Light Card
• Ongoing training & career progression – grow with us
• Recommend-a-Friend bonus
• Financial hardship fund
• Wellbeing investment – your health matters
• Free DBS check – we've got it covered

Who you'll be supporting & more about the role:

Why This Role Matters
As the Registered Manager of our Andover Children's Home, you'll have the opportunity to create a positive and nurturing environment where children and young people from age 8 - 18 can thrive. You'll lead and inspire a committed team, drive excellence, and play a vital role in shaping brighter futures for those in our care.

This is more than a management position; it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people every single day.

Hours: 39 hours per week
Shift Pattern: Generally Monday - Friday, with occasional weekend or out of hours work
UK Driving License Required? Yes, with use of own vehicle

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and managing a children's residential home to the highest standards
• Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding requirements
• Creating a culture where children feel safe, supported, and empowered
• Developing and motivating a skilled, values-driven team
• Driving continuous improvement and outstanding outcomes for children and young people
• Building positive relationships with families, professionals, and local stakeholders
• Championing child-centred support that enables every child to achieve their potential

What We're Looking For
We'd love to hear from you if you are:

• An experienced Registered Manager within Children's Residential Services
• A highly experienced Deputy Manager ready to take the next step
• Passionate about delivering excellent outcomes for children and young people
• A confident and compassionate leader who can inspire others
• Experienced in safeguarding, quality assurance, and regulatory compliance
• Committed to creating an environment where children can thrive, grow, and succeed
• Already hold a L3 Diploma in Residential Childcare AND have, or are working towards, the L5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're an ambitious leader who is passionate about improving the lives of children and young people and wants to work for an organisation that values and supports its people, we'd love to hear from you.

About you:
What We're Looking For
At ARC, we know it takes someone special to work in social care and we welcome people from all walks of life.

We recruit based on values and experience, ensuring we find the right candidate for the right role.

Apply Now
If this sounds like your kind of job, hit 'Apply' and fill out our short application form.

Curious about the role? Reach out to our Recruitment Specialist, Eva Otto, at [email protected].

Need adjustments during the process? Just email [email protected].

About our Children's Services
ARC HD Services joined Community Integrated Care in 2025, bringing years of specialist residential childcare experience along with it.

ARC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share that commitment.

We're proud to be an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer.

Location: Andover, Hampshire
Vacancy Type: Permanent - Full Time
Advertising Salary: £55,845 per annum
Advertising End Date: 02 Dec 2026