Children's Registered Home Manager

Purosearch Ltd; Haslingden; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Welcome bonus upon Ofsted registration

Pension scheme

Career progression

Healthcare benefits

On-site parking

Wellbeing support

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd in Haslingden, Lancashire seeks a Children's Registered Manager to lead a residential home for children with complex needs. You will ensure safeguarding, therapeutic care and regulatory compliance under Ofsted and Children’s Homes Regulations.

The role requires a proven track record as an Ofsted Registered Manager or a Deputy Manager ready to step up, with strong leadership, relationship-building and trauma-informed practice. Excellent progression opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Existing Ofsted Registered Manager, or an experienced Deputy Manager with at least two years' experience who is ready to step into a Registered Manager role.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop and inspire a residential team.
• Excellent organisational, communication and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches to care.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall operational leadership and management of the children's home.
• Lead, supervise and develop a high-performing residential care team.
• Oversee care planning, safeguarding and risk management processes.
• Ensure the home operates in full compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and Ofsted requirements.
• Promote a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment for children and young people.
• Work collaboratively with education providers, social workers and multidisciplinary professionals to achieve positive outcomes.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor service performance and produce reports aligned with organisational KPIs.
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain high standards of care across the home.
• Contribute to wider organisational projects and service development initiatives.
• Ensure accurate record keeping and compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Child-centred care

Trauma-informed

Safeguarding

Organisation

Communication

Decision-making

Relationship building

Flexible working

Job description

Children's Registered Manager

Location: Haslingden, Lancashire
Salary: Up to £78,000 per annum (including performance-related bonuses)
Home Size: Children's Residential Home

Benefits

• Competitive salary of up to £78,000 per annum (inclusive of performance-related bonuses)
• £5,000 Welcome Bonus upon successful Ofsted registration
• Up to £6,000 annual Ofsted bonus
• Occupancy bonus of up to £5,000 every six months
• 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Funded professional qualifications and ongoing career development
• Comprehensive training and continuous professional development
• Pension scheme
• Mileage allowance
• Staff referral bonus of up to £1,000 (following successful probation)
• Simply Health cashback scheme (including dental, optical and health benefits)
• Free access to wellbeing and mental health support services
• Free on-site parking
• Excellent career progression opportunities within a growing organisation

What We're Looking For

• Existing Ofsted Registered Manager, or an experienced Deputy Manager with at least two years' experience who is ready to step into a Registered Manager role
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop and inspire a residential team
• Passion for delivering outstanding, child-centred care and achieving positive outcomes
• Experience working with children who have experienced trauma and complex needs
• Commitment to trauma-informed and therapeutic approaches to care
• Strong understanding of Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, safeguarding legislation and Ofsted requirements
• Excellent organisational, communication and decision-making skills
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families and external professionals
• Flexible approach to working, including evenings and weekends where required

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall operational leadership and management of the children's home
• Lead, supervise and develop a high-performing residential care team
• Oversee care planning, safeguarding and risk management processes
• Ensure the home operates in full compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and Ofsted requirements
• Promote a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment for children and young people
• Work collaboratively with education providers, social workers and multidisciplinary professionals to achieve positive outcomes
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Monitor service performance and produce reports aligned with organisational KPIs
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain high standards of care across the home
• Contribute to wider organisational projects and service development initiatives
• Ensure accurate record keeping and compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements