Location: Longton, Preston

£50,000 per annum up to £6,000 relocation package

40 hours per week

Permanent, full-time

• Minimum 2 years’ management experience in children’s residential care
• Registered Manager experience, or strong Deputy ready to step up
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children’s) or working towards
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding practices
• Experience supporting children with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs
• Compassionate, resilient leadership with strong communication and organisational skills

This is an exciting opportunity to launch and manage a brand-new 3-bed children’s home for young people aged 12–18 with learning disabilities, autism, and mental health needs.

You will:

• Lead the opening and daily operations of the service
• Create a safe, trauma-informed, therapeutic environment
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding standards
• Manage staffing, rotas, budgets, and care planning
• Supervise and develop a high-performing care team
• Build positive relationships with families and professionals
• Work alongside a Consultant Psychotherapist (1.5 days per month)

• 25 days’ annual leave 8 bank holidays
• Ongoing career development and leadership training
• Pension scheme employee benefits (gym discounts, Cycle to Work, Blue Light Card)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance & Wellbeing support

All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Be part of shaping something new and truly special. Apply today and help young people thrive.