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