Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Location: Scarisbrick, Lancashire

Salary: £45,000 per annum

Our client is seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Manager to lead our children’s residential home, located in the peaceful area of Scarisbrick, Lancashire. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established service rated ‘Good’ across all areas, and to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people.

About the Home

The Home is a purpose-built bungalow set within private grounds, providing a safe and nurturing environment for up to two young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). The home includes two bedrooms, a spacious bathroom, staff office, sleep-in room, and an open-plan living space overlooking a large, tree-lined garden, along with a detached sensory room.

The service offers flexible staffing, including 2:1 support for solo placements and 1:1 at full occupancy, with both sleep-in and waking night staff. A specialist therapist also supports the home, delivering a range of creative and therapeutic interventions.

The Role

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management and development of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance with all regulatory requirements. You will lead and inspire your team to deliver positive outcomes for young people, creating a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the home operates in line with all relevant legislation and regulations
• Maintain and improve the home’s Ofsted rating
• Lead, manage, and develop a dedicated staff team
• Promote a child-centred and therapeutic approach to care
• Oversee care planning and risk management
• Build strong relationships with external professionals, families, and stakeholders

Requirements

• Previous experience in a management role within children’s residential care
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (or willingness to work towards)
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and quality standards
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Passion for improving outcomes for children and young people

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £45,000
• 41 days annual leave
• Ofsted-related bonus scheme
• Supportive and forward-thinking organisation
• Opportunity to shape and develop a high-quality service
• Access to therapeutic support and innovative practice
• Ongoing training and professional development

If you are a motivated and compassionate leader looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now to join our team and help make a lasting difference.