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Registered Manager - Children’s Residential Home
Location: Manchester
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Lead with Purpose. Care with Passion.
A well-established and values-driven children’s care provider is seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Manager to oversee one of its Ofsted-regulated residential homes. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed professional to lead a passionate team and provide outstanding care for young people with complex needs.
About the Role
Reporting to the Head of Services, the Registered Manager will:
Hold legal responsibility for the operation of the home in line with Ofsted regulations
Lead, support, and develop a skilled care team to deliver high-quality, therapeutic care
Ensure compliance with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
Promote safeguarding best practices and contribute to a safe, nurturing environment
Drive service performance, ensure effective occupancy, and manage referrals
Oversee all quality assurance, reporting, and operational management duties
Key Responsibilities
Implement and oversee personalised Quality of Life Plans for each child
Foster a culture of therapeutic care using the PACE model (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy)
Deliver ongoing training, supervision, and professional development to staff
Monitor service quality through internal audits and regulatory inspections (Regulations 44/45)
Manage rotas, budgets, HR processes, and all compliance requirements
Lead on safeguarding, risk management, and multi-agency collaboration
About You
The ideal candidate will have:
Registration (or eligibility to register) with Ofsted as a Registered Manager
Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar leadership role within a children's residential setting
A relevant qualification such as the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care - Children and Young People’s Services
In-depth knowledge of safeguarding, residential care standards, and therapeutic approaches
Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
A reflective, compassionate, and resilient approach to working with vulnerable children
What’s on Offer
An opportunity to lead a well-supported, therapeutic children’s home
A values-led, child-focused culture that puts emotional wellbeing and growth at the centre
Ongoing training and career development, including clinical support and regular supervision
A positive, collaborative team environment that supports innovation and high standards
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If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and lead a service that strives for excellence, we want to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and a short cover letter outlining your experience and motivation for this role
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