Children's Home Registered Manager — Lead & Impact

ionic Recruitment; Preston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Training & development

Qualification support

Career progression

Supportive leadership

Impact on vulnerable youth

Job summary

ionic Recruitment is seeking a Registered Manager for a 2-bed children's residential home in Preston, Lancashire, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). The role oversees operations, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on outcomes and service quality.

The ideal candidate will have Level 5 Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, leadership experience, and a driving licence, along with a commitment to developing the team and

Qualifications

• Experience in children's residential care and safeguarding.
• Knowledge of childcare legislation and regulatory frameworks.
• Proven ability to lead a team and drive service improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the children's home.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for young people.
• Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations and safeguarding requirements.
• Recruit, develop, and motivate a high-performing care team.
• Monitor and improve service quality through effective leadership and oversight.
• Manage care planning to meet individual needs and outcomes.
• Build relationships with local authorities, families, and professionals.
• Oversee budgets, staffing levels, and occupancy.
• Prepare for regulatory inspections and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead on regulatory compliance and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Driving licence

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

ionic Recruitment is seeking a Registered Manager for a 2-bed children's residential home in Preston, Lancashire, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). The role oversees operations, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance, with a strong focus on outcomes and service quality.

The ideal candidate will have Level 5 Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, leadership experience, and a driving licence, along with a commitment to developing the team and