Registered Manager

Brook Street Social Care; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable social care organization in Kirkham is seeking a Registered Manager for a children's residential home. The role involves leading a dedicated team and caring for children aged 7-18 with emotional behavioural difficulties. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 5 qualification in Leadership & Management alongside proven experience in a similar setting. This position offers a salary of £42,000 plus bonuses based on performance.

Benefits

Monthly bonus based on Ofsted and occupancy

Supportive work environment

Opportunity for professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing children's residential homes.
• Solid understanding of current safeguarding and welfare practices.
• Confident leadership to guide staff and young people in care.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a 2 bedded Residential Home for Children.
• Support children with emotional behavioural difficulties.
• Work towards therapeutic care strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Experience with emotional behavioural difficulties

Knowledge of trauma-informed care

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Children and Young People

Level 3 or Level 4 in Children and Young People Workforce

Job description

Overview

Registered Manager - Children\'s Residential Home in Kirkham, Lancashire. Salary: 42,000 + 250 monthly bonus based on Ofsted and occupancy. 2 bedded Residential Home for Children with EBD needs.

Brook Street Social Care is working urgently with a valued client to recruit a Registered Manager for a children\'s residential service in Kirkham, Preston. This home supports children aged approximately 7-18 with emotional behavioural difficulties and works towards therapeutic care.

What We\'re Looking For

• Ideally hold or be working towards a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Children and Young People
• Level 3 or Level 4 Children and Young People Workforce or equivalent qualification
• Proven experience managing children\'s residential homes
• Solid understanding and track record of working with children and young people who have come from a background of trauma
• Confident leadership to guide the home, staff team and young people in care

Salary & Bonus Package

• Base salary: 42,000 plus monthly occupancy and Ofsted bonuses

Why This Role?

This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference—not only in the lives of the young people in your care but also in reshaping a service and leading a team to excellence. You\'ll be joining a supportive organisation ready to invest in the right leader with the expertise, resilience, and vision to deliver real change.

Interested or know someone who might be?
Apply now or contact us at Brook Street Social Care for a confidential chat.