Job Opportunity: Responsible Individual – Children’s Residential Services – East Lancashire & Greater Manchester We are recruiting an experienced Responsible Individual for a Children’s Residential Services provider across East Lancashire & Greater Manchester. This full-time, permanent position offers an immediate start with a competitive salary of £65,000 - £75,000 per annum, plus a company car. Key Details: * Location: East Lancashire & Greater Manchester (Locations such as Accrington & Rochdale) * Role: Overseeing Children’s Residential Homes supporting children with EBD and complex needs * Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 per annum, plus company car * Contract: 40 hours per week (Monday - Friday) * Career Growth: Significant opportunities for leadership development with a forward-thinking provider Essential Requirements: * Qualification: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent) * Ofsted Compliance: Ability to complete and pass a ‘Suitable Persons’ Interview with Ofsted * Professional Experience: Proven senior leadership experience in children’s residential care, ideally supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) or complex needs * Knowledge: In-depth understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and legislative/regulatory frameworks for children’s ...