Registered Manager

Field View Care Recruitment Solutions; Preston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to £10,000

Generous annual leave

Professional development plan

Therapeutic training

Company bonus scheme

Job summary

Field View Care Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Registered Manager for a 3-bed Ofsted-registered children’s home in Chorley, Lancashire. You will lead, shape the service and develop the staff team to ensure outstanding care for ages 8–18 with EBD and SEMH.

The role requires a proven management track record in residential childcare, strong safeguarding knowledge, and ability to drive continuous improvement within Ofsted regulations. Competitive salary with bonus potential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months' experience as a Registered Manager in an Ofsted-registered children's home.
• Experience in a senior residential childcare position (2+ years preferred).
• Knowledge of Ofsted requirements and Children's Homes Regulations 2015.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective leadership and management of the children's home.
• Ensure safeguarding, child protection and high standards of care.
• Maintain compliance with Ofsted and Quality Standards 2015.
• Lead and develop a skilled residential care team.
• Drive positive outcomes for children through therapeutic care.
• Collaborate with Responsible Individual, Directors, families and external professionals.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Safeguarding

DSL responsibilities

Relationship building

Organisational skills

Decision making

Communication

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

NVQ Level 4 Health & Social Care (Children's Pathway)

Job description

REGISTERED MANAGER – CHILDREN’S RESIDENTIAL HOME Chorley, Lancashire | PR7

Chorley, Lancashire | PR7

Salary: £50,000–£60,000 + Bonus Opportunities

ARE YOU READY TO LEAD, DEVELOP AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE?

We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Registered Manager to lead a 3-bed Ofsted-registered children's residential home in Chorley, Lancashire.

The home supports children and young people aged 8–18 with EBD, SEMH and challenging behaviours.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation with a clear commitment to providing outstanding care, improving children's lives and developing high-performing residential services.

You will work closely with the Responsible Individual and Directors, taking a leading role in shaping the service, developing the staff team and ensuring the highest standards of care.

Conveniently located for candidates travelling from Wigan, Bolton, Blackburn, Preston and North-West Manchester.

SALARY & BENEFITS of REGISTERED MANAGER

• Competitive salary of £50,000–£60,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Potential bonus package of up to £10,000, negotiable.
• Company bonus scheme and additional incentives.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Personalised professional development plan.
• Access to specialist therapeutic training and qualifications.
• Opportunity to influence and develop a growing service.

Indicative salary packages:

• under 2 years' relevant management experience: £50,000 initially, rising to £55,000 following successful probation, plus a negotiable bonus.
• 2+ years' relevant management experience: £55,000+, with a negotiable bonus.

THE ROLE OF REGISTERED MANAGER – KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide effective leadership and management of the children's home.
• Ensure the highest standards of care, safeguarding and child protection.
• Maintain full compliance with Ofsted requirements and the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards 2015.
• Lead, motivate and develop a skilled residential care team.
• Drive positive outcomes for children through personalised, therapeutic care.
• Work collaboratively with the Responsible Individual, Directors, families and external professionals.
• Promote a positive, child-centred culture focused on continuous improvement.

REGISTERED MANAGER EXPERIENCE & REQUIREMENTS

• At least 12 months' experience as a Registered Manager in an Ofsted-registered children's home, ideally with a Good or Outstanding rating.
• A minimum of two years' experience in a senior residential childcare position.
• Experience supporting children with EBD, SEMH, mental health needs and challenging behaviours.
• Strong knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards 2015.
• Excellent safeguarding and child protection knowledge.
• Experience undertaking Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) responsibilities.
• Proven leadership, staff management and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent written, verbal and organisational skills.
• The ability to build effective relationships with professionals and external agencies.

REGISTERED MANAGER QUALIFICATIONS

• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or equivalent recognised qualification.
• Alternatively, NVQ Level 4 Health & Social Care (Children's Pathway) with an appropriate Leadership and Management qualification.

WHY CONSIDER THIS OPPORTUNITY?

This is more than simply managing a children's home. It is an opportunity to take ownership of a service, influence its development and work alongside an organisation committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable children.

If you are an established Registered Manager, an experienced Ofsted-registered manager seeking a fresh challenge, or a suitably qualified leader ready to take the next step, we would like to hear from you.