Registered Home Manager Learning Disabilities

Registered Home Manager – Learning Disabilities

Salary: Up to £53,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Location: Penkridge, Staffordshire

Are you an experienced Registered Manager with a background in Learning Disabilities and complex care?
Do you have the leadership skills and passion to drive high-quality, person-centred care for young people with diverse and complex needs?

At New Reflexions, we are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Registered Home Manager to lead our specialist residential home supporting young people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.

This is a rewarding opportunity to lead a highly specialised service within a therapeutic, child-centred organisation, where outcomes, dignity, and individual growth are at the heart of everything we do.

About Us

New Reflexions is a specialist childcare provider delivering integrated care, education, and therapeutic support to children and young people with a history of trauma, learning disabilities, and complex behavioural needs.

We are committed to delivering structured, nurturing, and person-centred environments where young people can build independence, develop life skills, and achieve meaningful outcomes.

About the Home

Longridge Care Home is a 6-bed specialist Learning Disability Residential Home, co-located with our independent special school in the Staffordshire countryside.

We support young people aged 5–18 with:

• Moderate to severe learning disabilities


• Autism spectrum conditions


• Complex behavioural and emotional needs

The home delivers individualised care packages (up to 52 weeks per year) with a strong focus on:

• Positive behaviour support plan (PBSP)


• Therapeutic interventions


• Structured routines and communication strategies

The Role

As Registered Home Manager, you will lead the service alongside a Deputy Manager in delivering high-quality, compliant, and outcomes-focused care for young people with complex learning needs.

You will:

• Provide strong, visible leadership to a multidisciplinary team


• Champion person-centred care and positive behaviour support approaches


• Ensure the home meets Ofsted regulations and quality standards


• Drive continuous improvement and excellent outcomes for young people


• Manage staffing, development, and performance to maintain a skilled workforce


• Oversee safeguarding, risk management, and care planning processes


• Work collaboratively with education, therapy, and external professionals

About You

We are looking for a passionate and resilient leader with experience in Learning Disability services.

You will demonstrate:

• Experience as a Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, within children’s Learning Disabilities services


• Strong experience supporting individuals with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs


• Sound knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support and therapeutic care models


• NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare 


• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (or willingness to achieve)


• A strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding practices


• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills


• A commitment to person-centred care and quality outcomes


• Resilience and adaptability within a complex care environment


• Full UK manual driving licence and access to own transport

Benefits

• Fully funded 2-week induction including First Aid Level 3


• Ongoing access to specialist Learning Disability training and qualifications


• Free use of 5 UK holiday homes (Borth, Tenby, Heysham, Ayr, Clarach Bay)


• Fully funded compliance checks, including DBS Update Service


• Employee Assistance Programme for wellbeing and counselling support


• Blue Light Card & Bright Exchange discounts


• Refer a Friend Scheme (£500–£1,000 per referral)


• Cycle to Work Scheme


• Access to a Training Hub with 800+ CPD accredited courses

Safeguarding Commitment

New Reflexions Care Group Limited 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.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and appointments will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check with relevant barred list checks and satisfactory employment references.