Children's Home Registered Manager (Huddersfield)

Opus Enterprise Ltd T / A Real Recruitment; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care service provider in Huddersfield seeks a Registered Manager to establish a new home, creating a therapeutic environment while leading a skilled team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years as a Registered Manager or 3-4 years as a Deputy Manager. The role offers a salary of £55,000 - £60,000 and includes substantial bonuses upon registration and good Ofsted ratings. Join us to make a significant impact in children’s lives while enjoying industry-leading benefits and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

£2,000 Registration Bonus

£5,000 Ofsted Bonus

33 days annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Flexitime

Generous employee referral scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager or 3-4 years as a Deputy Manager.
• Strong understanding of The Children Act 1989 and safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Create a therapeutic, nurturing environment based on best practice.
• Recruit and build a skilled team from scratch.
• Ensure compliance with The Children’s Homes Regulations.
• Lead operational responsibilities for a new service.

Skills

Leadership skills

Creating therapeutic environments

Understanding relevant legislation

Full UK Driving Licence

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Location

Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, Yorkshire, UK

Role

Registered Manager

Position details

Childrens Residential Home (New Home) Huddersfield (Prime location with excellent transport links)

£55,000 - £60,000 per annum (negotiable for an exceptional candidate) + Performance Bonus Permanent, Full-Time

A Rare Opportunity to Build Your Legacy

We are offering a truly unique and rare opportunity for an exceptional Children's Home Manager or a high‑potential Deputy ready to step up to build a brand new, outstanding‑rated home from the ground up. This is your chance to define what exceptional care looks like. This isn't a role where you inherit legacy issues. This is your chance to build a legacy of your own. You will have the autonomy and support to design and implement your vision, recruit and shape your ideal team, establish a gold‑standard culture, and lead with impact.

Responsibilities

• Design and Implement Your Vision: Create a therapeutic, nurturing environment based on your professional philosophy and best practice.
• Recruit and Shape Your Ideal Team: Build a dedicated, skilled team from scratch, with a guaranteed industry‑leading staff‑to‑child ratio.
• Establish a Gold‑Standard Culture: From day one, embed a culture of safety, respect, and aspiration that allows young people to flourish.
• Lead with Impact: Take full operational responsibility for a new service, ensuring compliance with The Children’s Homes Regulations and achieving outstanding outcomes.

For Ambitious Deputy Managers

This role comes with a dedicated, structured mentoring programme from our experienced leadership team to support your transition into management and your Ofsted registration.

What We’re Looking For

• Essential: A minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager or 3-4 years as a Deputy Manager within a home rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted.
• Essential: A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) or a committed plan to achieve this qualification.
• Essential: A proven passion for creating therapeutic environments and a strong understanding of relevant legislation (The Children Act 1989, safeguarding).
• Essential: Full UK Driving Licence.

Vision

The leadership skills, creativity, and integrity to build something exceptional.

Why Join Us? Our Commitment to You

We don’t just offer a job; we offer a partnership to build a legacy. In return for your expertise and vision, we provide:

• Unrivalled Opportunity: The professional freedom to create and lead your own service without legacy issues.
• Competitive Remuneration Package: A negotiable salary of £55,000 - £60,000.
• £2,000 Registration Bonus: Payable upon successful registration of the new home with Ofsted.
• £5,000 Ofsted Outcome Bonus: Awarded for achieving a ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ rating in your first Ofsted inspection.
• Comprehensive Support: Full backing from an experienced leadership team and robust operational support from HR, Quality, and Compliance.
• Industry‑Leading Benefits Package: Generous Holiday Allowance: 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
• Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing training, including support for Level 7 and therapeutic qualifications.
• Health & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), cashback health plan, and life assurance.
• Financial Benefits: Company pension scheme and a generous employee referral scheme (£500).
• Practical Perks: Free on‑site parking, flexitime, and a supportive on‑call system.

Call to Action

If you are a visionary leader ready to build a home where young people can truly thrive, we would love to hear from you.