Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Location: East Midlands
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience + performance-based incentives
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
About the Organisation
This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established, family-oriented care provider committed to offering exceptional residential support for children and young people. The organisation is guided by strong values of compassion, respect, and integrity, ensuring that every child receives the care and attention they deserve within a nurturing, homely environment.
With a growing network of homes across the East Midlands, the team is dedicated to maintaining a close-knit, collaborative culture where everyone feels valued and supported. As part of our expansion, we are opening a new children’s home and are seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead this new service.
About the Role
As the Registered Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the effective management of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and safeguarding. You will lead a dedicated team to create a safe, consistent, and positive living environment that promotes the wellbeing and development of the young people in your care.
Your leadership will be key to achieving excellent outcomes, meeting Ofsted standards, and maintaining a culture of continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Register with Ofsted as the Home Manager and ensure full regulatory compliance.
* Lead, inspire, and support your team to deliver child-focused, therapeutic care.
* Ensure that every child receives an individualised care plan tailored to their needs.
* Oversee care planning, risk management, and behavioural support strategies.
* Conduct regular quality audits and implement improvement plans where needed.
* Build strong working relationships with external professionals, families, and local authorities.
* Maintain accurate documentation in line with safeguarding, confidentiality, and data protection standards.
* Promote a warm, inclusive, and empowering atmosphere that supports children’s growth and self-esteem.
Requirements
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or currently working towards).
* Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a senior role within a children’s residential setting.
* Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding procedures, and relevant legislation.
* Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a staff team.
* Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
* A genuine passion for improving the lives and outcomes of children and young people.
What’s on Offer
* Supportive and inclusive working culture within a values-driven organisation.
* Hands-on involvement and mentorship from approachable senior leaders.
* Clear career progression pathways and fully funded training opportunities (Levels 3–5).
* Performance-related bonuses and a transparent pay structure.
* Pension scheme and employee referral rewards.
* Generous wellbeing package, including access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and free counselling sessions.
* Free meals, snacks, and drinks provided during shifts.
* Opportunities for overtime and annual bonuses linked to performance, qualifications, and inspections.
* Additional annual leave rewards, birthday bonus, and probation completion incentives.
* Comprehensive induction programme designed to set you up for success.
Ethos
We believe every young person deserves the opportunity to thrive, regardless of their background or circumstances. Our mission is to provide a stable, caring, and empowering environment where children feel valued and supported to achieve their full potential.
By joining our team, you’ll become part of a compassionate community dedicated to transforming lives - one child at a time.
Please submit your CV to harvey.johnston@cpl.com
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management
Industries
Nursing Homes and Residential Care Facilities
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