Registered Manager

Bluestones Complex Care; Chester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Private healthcare

Leadership development to Level 7

Job summary

Bluestones Complex Care is seeking an Ofsted Registered Manager (Children’s Residential Home) in Chester. The role requires Level 5 Leadership & Management in Health and Social Care and at least two years’ experience in residential childcare management, with eligibility for Ofsted Registered Manager registration.

You will lead day-to-day operations, ensure safeguarding, and drive regulatory compliance while developing staff and progressing the home toward outstanding inspections.

Qualifications

• Level 5 Leadership & Management in Health and Social Care.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential childcare management or a senior supervisory role.
• Eligibility for Ofsted Registered Manager registration.
• Proven track record delivering quality outcomes for children with complex needs.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulatory standards and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the children’s residential home, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment.
• Drive Ofsted regulatory compliance and maintain outstanding inspection standards.
• Lead safeguarding and individual care planning for young people with complex needs.
• Recruit, mentor and develop a high-performing support team.
• Contribute to organisational strategy and quality improvement as the business grows.
• Support career progression into senior leadership; promote a culture of excellence and safeguarding.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Regulatory compliance

Team management

Education

Level 5 Leadership & Management in Health and Social Care

Job description

Ofsted Registered Manager (Children’s Residential Home)

£50,000–£70,000 + performance bonuses | Chester | Bluestones Complex Care

The Role at a Glance

• Ofsted Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home
• Location: Chester
• Required: Level 5 Leadership & Management in Health and Social Care
• Experience: 2+ years in residential childcare management or supervisory role
• Setting: Complex EBD needs, solo placement and multi-bed residential homes
• Working Pattern: Flexible working pattern with a 40-hour contract

About the opportunity

• Salary £50,000–£70,000 (dependent on experience)
• Performance bonuses based on young people’s measurable progression
• Free private healthcare
• Fully funded ongoing specialist training and leadership development to Level 7
• Clear progression pathways: Dual House Manager, Area Manager and Regional Manager opportunities
• Support from dedicated quality, compliance, recruitment and wellbeing teams

Requirements

• Level 5 Leadership & Management in Health and Social Care
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential childcare management or a senior supervisory role
• Eligibility for Ofsted Registered Manager registration
• Proven track record of delivering quality outcomes for children with complex needs
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulatory standards, the Children’s Homes Regulations, and safeguarding

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the children’s residential home, ensuring safe, nurturing environments
• Drive Ofsted regulatory compliance and maintain outstanding inspection standards
• Lead safeguarding and individual care planning for young people with complex needs
• Manage solo placement and multi-bed home settings, adapting to individual young people’s needs
• Recruit, build and mentor a high-performing support team
• Contribute to organisational strategy and quality improvement as the business grows
• Career & progression – clear pathways into senior leadership
• Accountability & culture – high standards, zero tolerance for poor practice
• Recognition & relationships – expertise valued and rewarded
• Excellence & improvement – trauma-informed, person-centred care

Ready to shape the future of residential childcare and advance your leadership career? Building futures together - yours and theirs.