Registered Manager

Purosearch Ltd; Crewe; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Open new home

Healthcare

Pension

On-site parking

Career progression

Culture shaping

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd is seeking a Registered Manager to lead a brand-new children's residential home in Crewe. You will take overall responsibility for daily operations, safeguarding, care planning and staff performance, ensuring regulatory compliance and a high standard of care for children.

The role offers a competitive salary (£50,000–£70,000) with potential to earn £85,000+ via incentives and clear career progression within a growing organisation.

Qualifications

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or currently working towards).
• Level 3 qualification in Children's Residential Care.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Ofsted registration process and prepare the brand-new home for opening.
• Take overall responsibility for day-to-day management and operation of the home.
• Ensure compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Recruit, supervise, develop and retain a high-performing staff team.
• Establish a safeguarding-centric culture and ensure placement stability.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safeguarding

Driving licence

Staff development

Team management

Relationship building

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Level 3 qualification in Children's Residential Care

Job description

Registered Manager – Children's Residential Home

Location: Crewe, CW1
Salary: £50,000 – £70,000 per annum, with potential to earn £85,000+ through performance incentives
Home Size: 3-bed EBD / LD

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £50,000 – £70,000 per annum
• Potential to earn £85,000+ through performance-related incentives
• Opportunity to open and lead a brand-new children's home
• Full operational, compliance and leadership support
• Healthcare benefits scheme
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Genuine career progression into senior and area management roles as the organisation grows, a second home is currently in preparation offering future growth and leadership opportunities for the right candidate
• Opportunity to shape the culture, team and standards of the home from the outset

What We're Looking For

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or currently working towards it
• Level 3 qualification in Children's Residential Care
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a senior role within children's residential care
• Previous Registered Manager experience, or strong Deputy Manager experience ready to step up
• Experience working with children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs and/or learning disabilities
• Strong knowledge of the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted inspection frameworks
• Proven experience in safeguarding, care planning, risk management and staff developmentli>
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to inspire, support and hold a team accountable
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Full UK driving licence
• A child-centred, values-driven approach with a genuine commitment to providing high-quality care

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Lead the Ofsted registration process and prepare the brand-new home for opening
• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management and operation of the home
• Ensure the home remains compliant with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
• Recruit, supervise, develop and retain a high-performing staff team
• Establish a positive culture centred around safeguarding, stability and child-centred care
• Lead by example and remain visible and actively involved within the home
• Oversee care planning, risk management and placement stability for each young person
• Ensure children receive consistent, nurturing and high-quality care tailored to their individual needs
• Build strong relationships with children, families, placing authorities and multi‑agency professionals
• Promote positive outcomes across education, wellbeing, development and independence
• Monitor quality assurance and drive continuous improvement across the service
• Prepare for and lead the home through Ofsted inspections and monitoring activity
• Ensure safeguarding concerns, incidents and risks are managed effectively and in line with regulatory requirements
• Manage the home effectively against its Statement of Purpose and agreed operational standards
• Work closely with the wider leadership team to ensure the home has the resources, support and systems required to succeed
• Contribute to the continued growth and development of the organisation, with opportunities for progression into senior operational roles as the organisation expand