Registered Manager

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider in Northampton is seeking a Registered Manager to lead a new service for young people with learning disabilities. The role includes ensuring high standards of care, managing a professional team, and adhering to regulatory requirements. Ideal candidates will have management experience in children's services and a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care. Competitive salary and development opportunities offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Ongoing training and professional development

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing an Ofsted registered children's residential home.
• Deep understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and regulatory requirements.
• A caring, ethical, and resilient approach to working with vulnerable children.

Responsibilities

• Manage referrals, maintain full occupancy, and oversee effective admission processes.
• Lead and motivate a team of care professionals, providing supervision, coaching, and development.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Understanding of safeguarding

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care

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Job Title: Registered Manager
Location: Northampton
Salary: From £47,000 depending on experience
Contract: Permanent
We are currently seeking a Registered Manager to join a team in Northampton offering a new comprehensive residential service for young people with learning disabilities and associated challenging behaviour aged between 8-18.
About the Role
As the Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, performance, and compliance of the home. You will ensure the highest standards of care, support, and safeguarding while creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for the young people we support.
Key Responsibilities

• Manage referrals, maintain full occupancy, and oversee effective admission processes.
• Lead and motivate a team of care professionals, providing supervision, coaching, and development.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and standards (Childrens Homes Regulations 2015, Children Act 1989, etc.).
• Oversee risk assessments, care planning, and high-quality support services.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-maintained home environment.
• Liaise with regulatory bodies, local authorities, and commissioners.
• Support recruitment, staff management, rotas, and performance monitoring.
• Promote participation and inclusion for children and young people in home life and decision-making.

What are we Looking For

• Proven experience managing an Ofsted registered childrens residential home.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care and Children & Young Peoples Services (or working toward it).
• Deep understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A caring, ethical, and resilient approach to working with vulnerable children.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive working environment with a dedicated senior leadership team.
• Opportunities to shape and develop services that genuinely change lives.

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