Registered Children's Residential Manager

Zen Care and Education; Oldham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No weekend on-call

Salary bonuses

Ofsted bonus Good (£2,500)

Ofsted bonus Outstanding (£5,000)

Private health scheme

Company pension

Enhanced annual leave

Birthday day off

Training & supervision

On-call cover support

Recognition for Ofsted achievements

Job summary

Zen Care and Education is seeking a Registered Children's Residential Manager to lead a 4-bedded EBD home in the North West. The role focuses on safeguarding, care planning, and high-quality operations to support young people with EBD.

The successful candidate will have at least two years’ Registered Manager experience in a children’s residential setting, NVQ 3/4 in Childcare, and ideally a Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification, plus a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years’ experience as a Registered Manager in a children’s residential home.
• NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children & Young People / Residential Childcare (required).
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (preferred or willing to work towards).
• Full UK driving licence (required).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a 4 bedded EBD home in line with Ofsted and regulatory standards.
• Oversee care planning, safeguarding, and daily operations.
• Inspire, develop, and support a passionate residential care team.
• Work collaboratively with professionals, families, and local authorities to achieve positive outcomes.
• Promote a culture of safety, trust, and high-quality care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Safeguarding

Team development

Driving licence

Education

NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children & Young People / Residential Childcare

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management

Job description

Registered Children's Residential Manager – 4 Bedded EBD Home

Salary: £60,000 + Bonuses (up to £5,000 Ofsted Bonus)

Zen Care and Education is a growing, child-centred residential care provider based in the North West. We are passionate about creating therapeutic environments where young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) can feel safe, supported, and empowered to achieve their potential.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Manager to lead one of our 4 bedded Ofsted-rated homes. This is an excellent opportunity to shape a nurturing, trauma-informed service that makes a genuine difference in children’s lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a 4 bedded EBD home in line with Ofsted and regulatory standards.
• Oversee care planning, safeguarding, and daily operations.
• Inspire, develop, and support a passionate residential care team.
• Work collaboratively with professionals, families, and local authorities to achieve positive outcomes.
• Promote a culture of safety, trust, and high-quality care.

Requirements

• Minimum two years’ experience as a Registered Manager in a children’s residential home.
• NVQ Level 3 or 4 in Children & Young People / Residential Childcare (required).
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (preferred or willing to work towards).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence (required).

What We Offer

• No Weekend on call
• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Ofsted bonuses: £2,500 for “Good”, £5,000 for “Outstanding”.
• Private Health Scheme (Bupa) and company pension.
• Enhanced annual leave plus your birthday off.
• Ongoing training, supervision, and professional development.
• Supportive management team and on-call cover.
• Recognition and celebration events for Ofsted achievements