Registered Manager

Search Consultancy Ltd; Lancaster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Outstanding Ofsted bonus

Occupancy bonus

Pension scheme

Employee discounts

Wellbeing support

Induction and training

Career progression

Job summary

Search Consultancy Ltd is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a four‑bed children's home in Slyne, near Lancaster. You will oversee daily operations, safeguard children aged 8–18, and drive high-quality care outcomes.

Salary starts at £50,000 with potential to reach £55,000 including bonuses; 40 hours per week in a full‑time permanent role. You’ll lead staff, ensure Ofsted compliance and promote a child‑centred approach.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children (or willingness to study towards)
• Leadership & Management qualification or willingness to work towards one
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and residential care regulations

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day running of the home and ensure high standards of care
• Lead, develop and supervise staff with safeguarding at the core
• Maintain compliance with Ofsted requirements and Children’s Homes Regulations 2015
• Manage risk assessments, care plans, safeguarding procedures, and multi‑agency work
• Drive continuous improvement to provide a safe, nurturing environment

Skills

Staff leadership

Safeguarding

Communication

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children

Leadership & Management qualification

Job description

Residential Registered Manager - Children's Home

Location: Slyne, Lancaster

Salary: 50,000 basic, with potential to earn 55,000 through bonuses

Hours: 40 per week

Contract: Full-time, permanent

An established four-bed children's home in Slyne, Lancaster, is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead the care and development of children aged 8-18 with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties (SEBD).

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring high standards of care and positive outcomes for children.
• Lead, develop and supervise the staff team, promoting strong safeguarding and child-centred practice.
• Maintain compliance with Ofsted requirements, the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and relevant Quality Standards.
• Manage risk assessments, care plans, safeguarding procedures and multi-agency working.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure the home provides a safe, nurturing environment.

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and a Leadership and Management qualification, or willingness to work towards one.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, childcare regulations and residential care practice.
• Experience leading staff teams, with confident communication and decision‑making skills.
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for children and young people.

Salary and Benefits

• 3,000 bonus for achieving an Outstanding Ofsted inspection.
• 2,000 occupancy bonus for achieving 90% occupancy.
• Pension scheme, employee discounts and wellbeing support.
• Comprehensive induction, ongoing training, professional supervision and career progression.
• Strong support from an experienced senior leadership team and central HR, recruitment, compliance and safeguarding specialists.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.