Ofsted-Registered Youth Services Lead

Turning Point UK; Chorley, Leyland; Remote; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

34 days holiday (plus service-related)

Not-for-profit organisation

Progression opportunities

Total reward package

Job summary

Turning Point UK is seeking an Ofsted Registered Service Manager for Chorley. You will oversee four supported accommodation services for up to 24–30 young people, ensuring safety, quality and regulatory compliance across inspections.

You will lead and develop teams, manage budgets and work with commissioners to secure effective move‑on planning, safeguarding and continuous service improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Ofsted Registered Manager.
• Experience working with young people in supported accommodation.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and statutory frameworks.
• Proven track record of managing quality, compliance, and inspections.
• Strong people leadership skills with coaching and development experience.
• Clear, confident communication that blends support with challenge.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with the Supported Accommodation (England) Regulations and Ofsted Quality Standards.
• Lead high‑quality, safe, inspection‑ready services for up to 30 young people.
• Recruit, develop and retain teams with safe induction and ongoing coaching.
• Deliver supervision focused on wellbeing, safeguarding, reflection, and performance.
• Manage budgets, spend, forecasts and housing benefit income.
• Build strong relationships with commissioners and local authorities.

Skills

Ofsted experience

People leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Quality & compliance

Budget management

Communication skills

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (or working towards)

Job description

Turning Point UK is seeking an Ofsted Registered Service Manager for Chorley. You will oversee four supported accommodation services for up to 24–30 young people, ensuring safety, quality and regulatory compliance across inspections.

You will lead and develop teams, manage budgets and work with commissioners to secure effective move‑on planning, safeguarding and continuous service improvement.