Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home
Are you a passionate, experienced leader ready to make a meaningful difference in children's lives?
We are seeking a Registered Children's Manager to lead a beautifully newly refurbished, residential children's home in the North West. This is a rewarding opportunity to build a warm, therapeutic, and stable environment for young people aged 7-17, many of whom have experienced trauma and complex life challenges.
Registered Manager Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage a dedicated care team, promoting a nurturing, high-quality environment.
* Ensure full compliance with Ofsted, Children's Homes Regulations 2015, and all relevant legislation.
* Drive team performance through coaching, supervision, and ongoing development.
* Maintain robust safeguarding, care planning, and quality assurance procedures.
* Foster an open, inclusive culture where children feel safe, supported, and heard.
* Collaborate with professionals, families, and agencies to meet every child's individual needs.
* Play a leading role in future service development and growth.
What We're Looking For in the ideal Registered Manager
* Minimum 2 years' experience in residential childcare, with at least 1 year in a supervisory or management role.
* NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People or equivalent (Level 5 in Leadership & Management preferred or willingness to complete).
* Deep knowledge of safeguarding, Ofsted frameworks, and child-centred care practices.
* Strong leadership, communication, and crisis management skills.
* A compassionate, organised, and empowering approach to care.
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary package £45,000 - £60,000 (negotiable based on experience)
* Performance and OFSTED related bonus scheme
* Full support from a child-centred, people-led leadership team
* A newly refurbished home you can build from the ground up
* 28 days holiday + bank holidays
* Regular recognition, staff wellbeing focus, and company events
* Pension scheme and on-site parking
* Career progression and involvement in service development.
* Supportive and values-led working environment.
* Comprehensive training and development plan.
* On-call support structure and flexibility.
If you're ready to lead a home where every child matters, and to shape a team that offers stability, compassion, and hope, we'd love to hear from you.
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