Registered Managers – This role was designed to fix the problems most managers face.

If you’re currently a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager, you may recognise some of the common frustrations within residential childcare:

• Being held accountable for everything but given little support
• Working with RI’s or Directors who are rarely available
• Wanting to improve the home but not having the authority or backing to do it
• Carrying huge responsibility without the salary to match

This opportunity has been structured specifically to address those challenges.

The Opportunity

We are working with a well-established organisation that is expanding its children's residential services and is looking for a Registered Children's Home Manager to lead a newly renovated children's home in Leeds.

As Registered Manager, you will lead the registration process, development and day-to-day running of the service, ensuring the home delivers high-quality, child-centred care while remaining fully compliant with Children’s Homes Regulations (2015) and Ofsted Quality Standards.

The home will support up to 4 young people and will be registered for LD / EBD / Autism. The property has been fully renovated to meet regulatory standards, creating a safe and high-quality environment for young people. The soft furnishings have intentionally been left for the new Registered Manager to choose, allowing you to add your own finishing touches and truly make the house feel like a home.

The organisation is child-centred in everything they do, ensuring the needs, wellbeing and long-term outcomes of young people sit at the heart of every decision.

What This Role Delivers for You

• £60,000 starting salary
• Rising to £65,000 once the home is fully occupied
• £5,000 bonus when the home is registered and the first young person moves in
• Annual bonus structure introduced once the home is established.

Additional benefits include:

• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 wellbeing support)
• Retail discounts and employee reward schemes
• Ongoing professional development and training

Systems & Operational Support

The organisation invests in systems designed to support managers, streamline operations, and maintain high standards of compliance:

• ClearCare – Young people case management and recording
• SAGE HR – Recruitment, compliance, supervision and appraisals
• RotaCloud – Rotas and payroll management
• Vocational Training Hub – Online staff training platform

Your Responsibilities

• Lead the home in line with Children’s Homes Regulations and Ofsted standards
• Create a safe, nurturing and child-centred environment
• Recruit, lead and develop a high-performing residential team
• Ensure strong safeguarding and risk management practices
• Deliver person-centred care planning alongside multi-agency professionals
• Maintain high standards of record keeping and regulatory compliance
• Manage staffing, rotas and budgets effectively
• Ensure the home remains inspection ready at all times

About You

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager within a children’s home
• Strong knowledge of Children’s Homes Regulations and Ofsted frameworks
• Proven leadership and team development skills
• Full UK driving licence

We are happy to consider candidates who are currently working their notice period, provided they are able to transfer registration and commit to the role.

Why This Role Stands Out:

• On-site Responsible Individual- Available Monday – Friday (9am – 5pm) to support with Ofsted compliance, operational decisions, and the registration process.
• Off-rota Deputy Manager- A dedicated Deputy Manager working Monday – Friday 9-5 to assist with staffing, compliance, administration and leadership support.
• Opportunity to build the home from the start- You will have the autonomy to shape the culture, standards and team from day one.

This is about building a service the right way — with leadership backing you.

If you’re a Registered Manager looking for genuine support, a strong salary and the opportunity to build a home properly — apply today.