Children's Home Registered Manager

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

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Ofsted rating bonuses

Professional development pathways

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 young people with emotional and behavioural needs. This permanent, full‑time role offers a competitive £50,000–£60,000 salary, plus performance bonuses and Ofsted‑linked incentives.

You will oversee safeguarding, compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, staff

Qualifications

• Level 3 Residential Childcare is essential; Level 5 preferred.
• Strong safeguarding and regulatory compliance knowledge.
• Ability to lead and develop staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide 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 and accountability.
• Oversee care planning, risk management, incident reporting, and quality assurance systems.
• Build trauma-informed relationships with children and promote stability and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Trauma-informed practice

Staff development

Education

Level 3 Residential Childcare

Level 5 (preferred)

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‑centred, 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