Registered Manager - Children's Residential Care

Registered Manager - Children’s Residential Care

Competitive Salary + Bonus Potential

We are looking to appoint a capable and experienced Registered Manager to oversee a children’s residential home caring for young people with social, emotional and behavioural needs
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This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on leader who wants full responsibility for service delivery, team performance and care quality, while helping young people achieve better futures.

As Registered Manager, you will:

• Lead the home’s day‑to‑day operations and overall service delivery
• Manage, support and inspire a dedicated residential care team
• Establish a safe, consistent and supportive environment for young people
• Champion a culture built around responsibility, stability and positive outcomes

• Ensure the home consistently meets Ofsted standards and regulatory requirements
• Manage safeguarding practice, risk processes and incident oversight
• Maintain excellent care documentation, plans and assessments
• Lead inspection readiness and identify opportunities for ongoing improvement

• Take responsibility for recruitment, staffing structure and workforce planning
• Deliver supervisions, appraisals and continuous professional development
• Manage service budgets, occupancy and operational effectiveness
• Collaborate with senior leaders on strategic growth and service improvement

• Build credible relationships with Local Authorities, Ofsted and multidisciplinary professionals
• Act as the professional face of the home at all times
• Maintain clear and effective communication with families and partner agencies

• Strong experience as a Registered Manager within children’s residential care
• In‑depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding and inspections
• Experience supporting young people with SEMH and more complex care needs
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management or currently completing it
• A proven leader who can strengthen services and improve outcomes

• Attractive salary package with bonus potential
• Full ownership and autonomy within your service
• Ongoing support from an experienced senior leadership team
• Career development opportunities within a growing organisation

If you are an established Registered Manager seeking a role where you can influence culture, lead a team and improve young people’s lives, apply now or contact us in confidence.