Registered Manager – Children’s Residential
Registered Manager – Children’s Residential (New Home Launch)Location: Leicestershire
? Salary: £45,000
? Welcome Bonus: £5,000
? Performance Bonus: Up to 21% of Salary
?️ Annual Leave: 32 Days (incl. Bank Holidays)
? Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Be There From Day One. Build a Home. Shape Young Lives. We’re thrilled to be recruiting on behalf of Our Client, a national leader in specialist residential care for children and young people. This is your chance to open and lead a brand-new 3-bed children’s home in Leicestershire, due to launch in August.
If you’re an experienced leader looking to take full ownership of a new service from setup through to Ofsted registration and beyond—this is it.
Your Role as Registered Manager You’ll take the reins from day one—guiding setup, registering the home, and creating a warm, therapeutic environment where children can heal, grow, and thrive.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead recruitment and development of a brand-new care team
Oversee registration and regulatory compliance (Ofsted, safeguarding, etc.)
Deliver outstanding residential care in line with individualised care plans
Build strong links with local authorities, professionals, and families
Manage home budgets and ensure financial and operational excellence
Drive continuous improvement and a positive team culture What You’ll Bring We’re seeking a committed and passionate leader with:
3+ years’ experience in a senior role within children’s residential care
Level 4 Children & Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent)
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards)
Full UK driving licence
Strong knowledge of safeguarding, compliance, and trauma-informed care
Confidence to manage people, processes, and challenges in a start-up environment? Why Join? ? £5,000 Welcome Bonus
? Performance Bonus – up to 21% of annual salary
? 32 Days’ Annual Leave – including bank holidays
? Clear Career Progression – with real opportunities to advance into senior roles
?️ DBS Paid – we’ll cover the costs
? Award-Winning Training – full access to L&D support and recognised qualifications
? Retail Discounts – via Blue Light Card and HAPI App (up to 50% savings)
? Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 confidential support
? Referral Bonus – £500 split when you refer a friend
? EPIC Awards – monthly recognition of excellence across the organisation
? Ready to Lead Something Special? This is more than a job — it’s a rare opportunity to launch and lead a home from the very beginning, with all the support and backing of a trusted national care provider.
? Apply today with your CV and start shaping a brighter future for children and young people
Job Info
Job Title:
Registered Manager – Children’s Residential
Company:
Service Care Solutions
Location:
Posted:
Closes:
Jul 31st 2025
Sector:
Social Care
Contract:
Permanent
Hours:
Full Time
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