Lead a Brand-New Children's Home — 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

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