Children's Home Residential Registered Manager

Polaris, company; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

6 weeks annual leave

Company pension

Up to £2,000 Full Occupancy Bonus

£2,500 Ofsted Outstanding Bonus

Employee Discount Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme and Well

Job summary

North Lakes Childrens Services is launching a brand-new 4-bed residential home in Carlisle and seeks an experienced Registered Manager to lead the service from the start. You will oversee ~40 hours per week, ensure high-quality safeguarding and care, and develop a high-performing team to deliver therapeutic outcomes for boys aged 6 to 18.

Join a mission-driven provider committed to excellent care, safeguarding, and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on staff development and compliance

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management or equivalent.
• Full, clean UK driving licence and DBS clearance.
• Experience leading a team in childrens residential services.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and management of the home and staff team.
• Maintain the home's Statement of Purpose reflecting service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding requirements.
• Monitor and continuously improve service quality and standards.
• Lead staff supervision, performance management, appraisals and development.
• Identify training needs and support delivery of staff training.
• Ensure effective communication across the team.
• Manage budgets and resources efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records and administrative systems.
• Promote safeguarding, equality and confidentiality standards.
• Oversee health and safety compliance and home maintenance.
• Support induction and development of new team members.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

People management

Staff development

Motivation

Driving licence

Education

Level 3 Residential Childcare

Level 5 Leadership & Management

Job description

Children's Home Residential Registered Manager

Contract: Full Time, permanent

Salary: Up to £44,020 per annum (includes bonuses)

Location: Carlisle

Specific Hours: 40 Hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Lead a Brand-New Children's Home and Make a Lasting Difference

North Lakes Children's Services is a well-established provider of therapeutic residential care and education for boys aged 6 to 18. Our mission is to improve the resilience, self-esteem, and life outcomes of the young people we support.

We are excited to launch a brand-new 4-bed children's residential home in Carlisle and are seeking an experienced, passionate, and child-focused Registered Manager to lead this service from the very beginning.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated leader who is committed to delivering outstanding care and creating a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where young people can thrive.

The Role

As the Residential Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the effective leadership, management, and development of the home. You will ensure the service operates in line with Ofsted requirements, safeguarding legislation, and North Lakes Children's Services' values and standards.

You will lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team, ensuring young people receive exceptional care and support that promotes positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and management of the home and staff team.
• Ensure the home's Statement of Purpose remains accurate and reflective of service delivery.
• Maintain compliance with Ofsted regulations, company policies, and safeguarding requirements.
• Monitor and continuously improve service quality and standards.
• Lead staff supervision, performance management, appraisals, and professional development.
• Identify training needs and support the delivery of staff training where required.
• Ensure effective communication systems are in place across the team.
• Manage budgets and resources efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records and administrative systems.
• Promote and uphold safeguarding, equality, diversity, and confidentiality standards.
• Oversee health and safety compliance and ensure the home remains safe and well-maintained.
• Support the induction and development of new team members.
• Create a positive, supportive culture that delivers the very best outcomes for young people.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• A strong understanding of the challenges faced by children and young people in care.
• Level 3 qualification in Residential Childcare, Children & Young People's Workforce, Health & Social Care, or equivalent.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (or equivalent).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and people management skills.
• The ability to motivate and develop a staff team.
• A full, clean UK driving licence.
• Flexibility to work across other homes if required.
• Willingness to undertake an Enhanced DBS check (paid for by the company).
• Experience working with young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
• Background in residential childcare, social care, or youth work settings.
• Previous management experience within children's residential services.

What We Offer

• 6 weeks annual leave entitlement
• Company pension scheme
• Up to £2,000 Full Occupancy Bonus
• £2,500 Ofsted Outstanding Bonus
• Employee Discount Scheme with a range of retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Enhanced pay for Christmas Day and New Year's Day
• Overtime opportunities
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Child Development
• Attachment Theory
• PACE Model
• Therapeutic Parenting
• Whole-Brain Child Model

If you are an experienced children's residential leader looking for an exciting opportunity to shape and develop a brand-new home while making a genuine difference in the lives of young people, we would love to hear from you.

North Lakes Children's Services is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.