Make a Real Difference From Day One
We believe every young person deserves a safe, stable, and caring place to call home, a place where they are supported, encouraged, and given the opportunity to thrive.
With over 10 years’ experience in children’s services, our organisation has built a reputation for providing high-quality care that truly puts young people at the heart of everything we do. We are now preparing to open a brand new children’s residential home, thoughtfully designed to create a nurturing environment where young people can feel safe, valued, and supported to build brighter futures.
We are looking for an exceptional Registered Manager to lead this home from the very beginning. This is a rare opportunity to shape a service from day one, building a positive culture, developing a dedicated team, and creating a home where young people feel a true sense of belonging.
The Role
As a experienced Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the full operational leadership of the home, ensuring it meets and exceeds Ofsted requirements. You will play a central role in:
- Leading the registration process with Ofsted and preparing the home for inspection
- Recruiting, developing, and inspiring a new staff team
- Embedding a therapeutic, child‑centred culture from the outset
- Ensuring high‑quality care planning and safeguarding practice
- Managing budgets, resources, and operational systems
- Building strong relationships with local authorities, professionals, and the community
- Driving continuous improvement and maintaining outstanding standards
About You
We’re looking for a leader who is passionate, resilient, and committed to transforming young lives. You will bring:
- Proven experience as a Registered Manager(min 2 Years) in a children’s residential setting
- A strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management
- Excellent safeguarding knowledge and the ability to create a safe, nurturing environment
- Outstanding leadership and communication skills
- A passion for building a new service and shaping a positive, forward‑thinking culture
What We Offer
- A rare opportunity to lead a home from pre‑opening stage
- Sector Leading salary and outcome related bonuses
- Private Healthcare
- Dental & Optician Scheme
- Company Pension
- Car Allowance
- Full support from a committed leadership team
- Opportunity to work with a company that shares it success and creates an environment where people are valued.
- Ongoing professional development and training
- The chance to shape the future of Children Residential care
- A facility that allows the opportunity of growth and vision.
- A company culture where people are valued and success is shared
Apply Now
If you are excited by the opportunity to build a home where children feel safe, supported and enpowered to succeed. We would love to hear from you. Please feel free to contact Les Mitchell for an informal confidential chat.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £60,000.00-£80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Private dental insurance
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
