*Registered Manager - Children’s Residential Services**Locations:* Nottingham • Barnsley • Pontefract*Agency:* Frank & Partners (recruiting on behalf of our client)Who we are*Frank & Partners* is a specialist recruitment partner in health & social care. We place leaders who lift standards, protect outcomes, and build teams that last.What we doWe’re helping a trusted provider hire a *Registered Manager* to run a children’s home to an outstanding standard, safe, therapeutic, and fully compliant with *Ofsted SCCIF* and all relevant regulations.Who we do it forYoung people who need stability, safety, and skilled care. You’ll lead and develop a team to meet their *physical, psychological, emotional, and social* needs, with clear values, structure, and warmth.What you’ll be responsible for (full scope)*Care, quality & compliance** Full day-to-day accountability for the home; deliver high-quality care aligned to legislation, *Ofsted SCCIF*, and organisational policies.* Champion safeguarding; embed anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.* Health & Safety compliance; ensure staff are trained and confident.* Keep accurate records for children and staff; run monitoring and evaluation systems.* Produce management information; collect and return required statistics.* Innovate practice and introduce new, evidence-based approaches in the home.* Attend, prepare for, and *chair* internal/external meetings; write concise, evaluative reports; oversee all written communications.* *On-call* on a rota; undertake *sleep-ins* if needed to cover shortfalls.* Make sound decisions; oversee *admissions and discharges*.* Lead change and communicate a clear vision aligned with the organisation’s ethos.* Hold (or be willing to work towards) *Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management* (Children & Young People).*People leadership (HR)** Lead recruitment; ensure all checks are complete.* Deliver thorough *inductions*, regular *supervision*, and *appraisals*.* Own CPD: track mandatory training and skill development for the whole team.* Build and maintain effective *rotas*; approve *monthly expenses*.* Investigate grievances, complaints, and disciplinaries in line with policy.*Finance, premises & resources** Monitor the service *budget* and transactions; meet financial targets.* Ensure the building and equipment meet maintenance and safety requirements.*External relationships** Positively represent the organisation with external agencies and the public.* Liaise with *commissioners/referrals managers* on placements.* Attend and contribute to *psychotherapy leadership & management forums*; lead these meetings within your team.*What good looks like (attributes)** Real enthusiasm for high-quality care and education.* Proven team leadership and performance management.* Strong safeguarding knowledge and practice.* Understanding of the needs of vulnerable young people.* Calm, safe working practice; emotionally resilient with challenging behaviour.* Clear professional boundaries; respect for authority and confidentiality.* A genuine commitment to equality, inclusion, and anti-discriminatory practice.* Builds effective relationships with colleagues, young people, and partner agencies.* *Full UK driving licence* and access to suitable transport.* Flexible, reliable, and an active contributor to management forums, policies, and practice development.*What’s in it for you (package & rewards)** *25 days’ annual leave + 8 bank holidays** *£3,000 bonus* for *Outstanding* Ofsted reports* *Full Occupancy Bonus - £400 per month** *On-call payments:* £25 (weekdays) / £35 (weekends)* *Employee discount scheme* & *company pension** *Petrol allowance** Real autonomy, visible impact, and the backing of a skilled senior team*Why it matters*The right Registered Manager changes lives: safer homes, steadier teams, better outcomes. Your leadership will set the tone for consistency, compassion, and growth for staff and for every young person in your care.*Ready to lead?*Send your CV or reach out for a confidential chat.*Frank & Partners - * placing leaders who make a difference.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentPay: £50,500.00-£55,800.00 per yearBenefits:* Company pension* Employee discount* Store discountApplication question(s):* Do you currently hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Children and Young People’s Services, or are you working towards it?* Please describe your experience managing or deputising in a children’s residential homeWork Location: In person