Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home ? Location: Salford, Greater Manchester ? Starting Salary: £48,000 per annum (with annual performance-based increases) Are you an experienced Deputy Manager ready to take the next step, or a newly registered Children’s Home Manager looking for the perfect opportunity to lead and develop a service? This is an exciting chance to become the Registered Manager of a brand-new residential children’s home in Salford, with the full support of a dedicated senior leadership team. About the Role As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and growth of a children’s residential home providing high-quality care for young people with complex needs, emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), and/or trauma backgrounds. Your role will focus on: Ensuring the home provides a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment that enables children to thrive. Leading and inspiring a team of residential support staff, ensuring they are well-trained, motivated, and committed to delivering outstanding care. Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations, the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, and the Quality Standards. Developing individualised care plans and placement strategies tailored to each child’s needs. Building and maintaining strong relationships with local authorities, external agencies, and families. Driving continuous improvement and maintaining high performance within the home. Managing budgets, resources, and staffing to ensure effective operations. About You We are looking for a passionate, driven, and child-focused leader who can create a positive culture within the home and deliver the highest standards of care. Essential criteria: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards completion). UK driving licence and access to a vehicle. Previous experience within children’s residential services (Deputy Manager or Manager level). Strong knowledge of Ofsted requirements, safeguarding, and child protection procedures. Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills. Desirable: Previous experience as a Registered Manager, or readiness to take on the role as a newly registered manager with support. Experience of managing budgets, audits, and performance within a residential childcare setting. What’s on Offer Starting salary of £48,000 per year, with clear progression opportunities and annual performance-based salary reviews. A supportive, forward-thinking provider who will invest in your professional development. Opportunities to shape and develop a new service with your own vision and leadership style. Ongoing training, development, and supervision. Company benefits package (details discussed at interview). Why This Role? This is the perfect opportunity for a recently registered manager or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to step up into registration. You will be given the autonomy to build and develop a high-performing team, alongside the guidance and resources you need to succeed. How to Apply If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a genuine difference in the lives of young people, we’d love to hear from you. ? Send your CV and application to (url removed) ? We also offer a £250 referral bonus – if you know someone who would be perfect for this role, refer them to us! If they’re successful, you’ll receive £250 as a thank you