Children's Home Registered Manager

Luna Recruitment Ltd; Leicester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Ofsted-linked incentives

Professional development

Job summary

Luna Recruitment Ltd in Leicester is seeking an experienced Registered Manager (or a strong Deputy Manager ready to step up) to lead a high-quality children’s residential home providing safe, nurturing and structured care for children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs.

This is a permanent, full-time role based in Leicester, offering a salary of £50,000-£60,000 plus performance bonuses and Ofsted-linked incentives.

Qualifications

• Registered Managers, OR experienced Deputy Managers ready for their first RM role.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Calm, professional decision-making and the ability to manage complex situations.
• Level 3 Residential Childcare essential; Level 5 preferred or willingness to work towards it.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership, safeguarding oversight, and operational management of the home.
• Ensure full compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, and Ofsted expectations.
• Lead, supervise, and develop the staff team through coaching, reflective practice, and professional accountability.
• Oversee care planning, risk management, incident reporting, and quality assurance systems.
• Build positive, trauma-informed relationships with children and promote stability, safety, and positive outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with local authorities, social workers, health professionals, and external agencies.
• Maintain high standards of documentation, reporting, and regulatory readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement, service development, and a positive team culture.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Regulatory compliance

Team development

Education

Level 3 Residential Childcare

Level 5 qualification or willingness to pursue

Job description

Registered Manager (Children’s Residential Home)

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 + performance bonuses + Ofsted-linked incentives

Location: Leicester

Employment Type: Full-time, permanent

We are seeking an experienced Registered Manager — or a strong Deputy Manager ready to step up — to lead a high-quality children’s residential home providing safe, nurturing and structured care for children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking, values-driven organisation that invests heavily in quality, staff development, and positive outcomes for children. The company is known for its supportive senior leadership, strong compliance culture, and commitment to trauma-informed practice. You’ll be joining a team that genuinely wants its managers to succeed, grow, and shape outstanding homes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership, safeguarding oversight, and operational management of the home.
• Ensure full compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, and Ofsted expectations.
• Lead, supervise, and develop the staff team through coaching, reflective practice, and professional accountability.
• Oversee care planning, risk management, incident reporting, and quality assurance systems.
• Build positive, trauma-informed relationships with children and promote stability, safety, and positive outcomes.
• Work collaboratively with local authorities, social workers, health professionals, and external agencies.
• Maintain high standards of documentation, reporting, and regulatory readiness.
• Drive continuous improvement, service development, and a positive team culture.

What We’re Looking For

• Registered Managers, OR experienced Deputy Managers ready for their first RM role.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Confident leadership style with the ability to motivate, support, and challenge staff.
• Calm, professional decision-making and the ability to manage complex situations.
• Passion for child-centered, trauma-informed practice and improving outcomes for young people.
• Level 3 Residential Childcare essential; Level 5 preferred or willingness to work towards it.

What We Offer

• £50,000-£60,000 depending on experience
• Performance bonuses
• Ofsted rating bonuses
• Supportive senior leadership and strong professional development pathways
• Opportunity to shape and grow a high-quality residential service

If you’re a committed leader who wants to make a meaningful impact and be part of a progressive, supportive organisation, we’d love to hear from you