Lead Registered Manager: Open and Grow New Children's Homes

Compass Community Limited; Swindon; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Holiday allowance 224–248 hours

MediCash scheme

Group Life Assurance

Bonuses up to £24,000

Job summary

Compass Community Limited is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to shape and lead the opening of new therapeutic children's residential homes. You will drive design, registration, and initial operation while maintaining the highest standards of care and compliance.

Role includes leading recruitment, training, and mentorship of new teams, with opportunities to influence policy and future Compass home developments across the region.

Qualifications

• Level 5 qualification in Residential Leadership.
• Level 3 qualification in Children and Young People's Services.
• At least 2 years' experience as a Registered Manager with minimum Good Ofsted reports.
• Experience in setting up/opening new children's homes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee home design, registration and fit-out to meet milestones.
• Lead Ofsted registration and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Manage pre/post-opening operations and high-quality care.
• Recruit, train and induct permanent teams and managers.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

People management

Education

Level 5 Residential Leadership

Level 3 Children & Young People’s Services

Job description

Compass Community Limited is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to shape and lead the opening of new therapeutic children's residential homes. You will drive design, registration, and initial operation while maintaining the highest standards of care and compliance.

Role includes leading recruitment, training, and mentorship of new teams, with opportunities to influence policy and future Compass home developments across the region.