Regional Manager Residential Children Services

Regional Manager – Children’s Residential Services

Location:

Leicestershire (covering up to 5 homes across the region)
Salary:
Up to £80,000 per annum
Provider Type:
Small, established organisation with exciting growth and development plans
Registration:
You will hold the Responsible Individual (RI) registration for the region

Do you thrive on leading through others and building high-performing teams that deliver genuine impact for young people?

Are you looking for the chance to shape and develop homes where quality, culture, and outcomes truly matter?

We’re representing a well-established children’s residential care provider with a strong reputation for quality and a clear vision for growth. They’re seeking a dynamic and experienced Regional Manager to oversee a group of up to five homes across Leicestershire someone who can both inspire and strategically lead teams through expansion and positive change.

About the Role

This is a pivotal leadership position responsible for driving quality, compliance, and culture across multiple residential settings. You’ll act as the Responsible Individual, ensuring services meet and exceed Ofsted standards while supporting Registered Managers to deliver outstanding care.

Key responsibilities include:

* Overseeing operational delivery across up to five residential children’s homes.

* Providing exceptional leadership, coaching, and support to Registered Managers.

* Ensuring all homes remain fully compliant with Ofsted and safeguarding standards.

* Supporting the planning and development of new homes as the organisation grows.

* Building a strong, positive culture centred around outcomes for children and young people.

You’ll bring:

* Proven experience overseeing multiple children’s residential homes at regional or operations level.

* Strong understanding of Ofsted frameworks and safeguarding requirements.

* The ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on leadership.

* A proactive, growth-focused approach and passion for developing teams and services.

What’s on Offer

* Salary:
Up to £80,000 (depending on experience)

* RI registration for the region – autonomy, accountability, and influence.

* Opportunity to shape the direction of an established provider with big ambitions.

* Supportive leadership team that values integrity, innovation, and outcomes for children.

If you’re ready to take ownership of a region and leave your mark on growing, high-quality children’s services we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today or contact us for a confidential conversation