Registered Manager

Portman Recruitment; Ledston; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Portman Recruitment is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a brand-new Children's Residential Home in West Yorkshire. You will establish the service from the ground up, recruit and develop a staff team, and ensure outstanding care for children and young people.

The role requires Ofsted compliance, strong leadership, and a drive to grow the home from a solo placement to a multi-bed provision, with an emphasis on safeguarding and quality improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience as a Registered Manager in a children's residential setting.
• Experience supporting children and young people with learning disabilities.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and children's residential legislation.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Right to work in the UK; sponsorship not offered.

Responsibilities

• Register and manage the children's residential home in line with Ofsted requirements.
• Provide strong leadership, guidance, and support to the staff team.
• Ensure the home delivers high-quality, child-centred care that promotes positive outcomes.
• Maintain compliance with legislation, safeguarding standards, and company policies.
• Lead on care planning, risk management, and quality assurance.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing team as the service expands.
• Build relationships with local authorities, professionals, families, and external agencies.
• Manage budgets, resources, and occupancy.
• Prepare the service for growth from a solo placement to a multi-bed provision.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Staff development

Communication

Budget management

Job description

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home

Location: West Yorkshire
Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead a brand-new Children's Residential Home in West Yorkshire.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in establishing a new service from the ground up. The home will initially operate as a solo residential placement, with plans to develop into a multi-bed home as the service grows. You will have the opportunity to shape the culture, recruit and develop your team, and ensure the highest standards of care for children and young people.

About the Role

As the Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the home, ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and delivering outstanding care that enables children and young people to thrive. You will create a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment while leading a committed staff team and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Register and manage the children's residential home in line with Ofsted requirements.
• Provide strong leadership, guidance, and support to the staff team.
• Ensure the home delivers high-quality, child-centred care that promotes positive outcomes.
• Maintain full compliance with relevant legislation, safeguarding standards, and company policies.
• Lead on care planning, risk management, and quality assurance.
• Recruit, develop, and retain a high-performing team as the service expands.
• Build positive relationships with local authorities, professionals, families, and external agencies.
• Manage budgets, resources, and occupancy effectively.
• Prepare the service for growth from a solo placement to a multi-bed provision.
• Minimum 12 months' experience as a Registered Manager within a children's residential setting.
• Previous experience supporting children and young people with learning disabilities.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and children's residential legislation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Right to work in the UK (please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship).

What’s on Offer

• Salary of up to £65,000, depending on experience.
• The opportunity to lead and shape a brand-new residential service.
• Career progression as the home expands into a multi-bed provision.
• Supportive leadership team and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people.

Recruitment Process

We are committed to providing a fast and positive candidate experience. Due to current market conditions, suitable candidates identified through CV screening will be invited directly to interview to avoid delays and ensure you don't miss out on this exciting opportunity.

If you have the experience, passion, and ambition to build and lead an exceptional children's residential service, we'd love to hear from you.