🔥 The Opportunity
We are recruiting for an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children’s residential home supporting young people with social, emotional and behavioural needs.
This is a key leadership role, offering full operational responsibility for the home, with the opportunity to drive standards, build a strong team, and deliver positive, long-term outcomes for young people.
🧠 The Role
As Registered Manager, you will:
* Take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home
* Lead, develop and inspire a high-performing staff team
* Create a safe, structured and nurturing environment for young people
* Drive a culture of accountability, consistency and positive outcomes
🛡 Compliance & Quality
* Ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted regulations and standards
* Oversee safeguarding, risk management and incident processes
* Maintain high-quality care plans, assessments and documentation
* Lead on inspections and continuously improve service performance
👥 Leadership & Operations
* Manage recruitment, staffing levels and workforce planning
* Deliver regular supervisions, appraisals and development plans
* Manage budgets, occupancy and overall service performance
* Work closely with senior leadership on service development and strategy
🤝 Stakeholder Engagement
* Build strong relationships with Local Authorities, Ofsted and external professionals
* Represent the home professionally and maintain a positive reputation
* Ensure effective communication with families and key stakeholders
✅ What We’re Looking For
* Proven experience as a Registered Manager within a children’s home
* Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and inspection frameworks
* Experience supporting young people with SEMH / complex needs
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (or working towards)
* Confident leader with a track record of improving services and outcomes
💡 What’s On Offer
* Competitive salary + performance-related incentives
* Full autonomy to lead and shape your service
* Support from an experienced senior leadership team
* Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisation
🚀 Apply Now
If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking for a role where you can lead from the front, drive standards, and make a genuine impact, apply now or get in touch for a confidential discussion
Salary description
£47000.00 - £60000.00 per year