Job Title: Registered Manager Children's Residential Home Location: Derby (DE23) Salary: £45,000 -£50,000 Contract Type: Full-Time - Permanent 40 hours a week Lead with purpose. This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a children's home and build a stable, therapeutic environment where young people feel safe, belong and thrive. You'll be backed by a hands-on senior team and the resources to do things the right way. Why this is a career move (not just another job) Real influence: You'll shape the homes culture, practice and outcomes your ideas wont sit in a drawer. Strong backing: Practical support and the tools to maintain high standards. Progression: Clear pathways into multi-home leadership, commissioning or operations, plus structured CPD. Pride in standards: A provider committed to achieving Outstanding practice, with reflective supervision and continuous learning. People first: A values-led team that celebrates initiative, compassion and professional curiosity. The Role Lead one (or more) children's residential homes, ensuring young peoples physical, emotional and safeguarding needs are fully met. Create a safe, nurturing, empowering environment that promotes development and wellbeing. Ensure compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards, striving to achieve Outstanding with Ofsted. Oversee and progress individual care plans; keep reviews and planning in line with legislation. Champion equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and anti-discriminatory practice, upholding the Equality Act 2010 and delivering culturally responsive, person-centred care. Provide clear leadership, supervision and performance management; maintain appropriate staffing levels. Manage budgets and accurate records; oversee day-to-day operations, Health & Safety and Fire Safety. Work closely with senior leadership and partner agencies; represent the home positively in the community. Complete monthly/quarterly QA, audits and all regulatory responsibilities for the Registered Manager. What you'll bring 2 years proven experience managing a children's residential home. Deep knowledge of the 2015 Regulations and Ofsted requirements. Strong leadership, communication and team-building skills. A child-centred approach and passion for high-quality care. Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcar e (or willingness to work towards it). Flexibility to participate in the on-call rota. What success looks like in your first 12 months A stable, motivated staff team with clear development plans. Consistent positive outcomes and progress against individual plans. Strong audit results and sustained compliance with the Quality Standards. A calm, therapeutic home culture that young people help shape. Positive relationships with partners, families and the local community. What you'll get A supportive, forward-thinking organisation committed to excellence in care. Ongoing CPD, reflective supervision and genuine career progression. The chance to make a lasting difference in young peoples lives.