Registered Manager Children Home

RJS Resourcing Ltd; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care service provider is seeking a Registered Manager for two newly registered homes in Leyland, Lancashire. This role offers a starting salary of £55,000, with opportunities for growth linked to occupancy. Responsibilities include overseeing operations, managing staff teams, and ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in children's residential care management and an NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management.

Benefits

Excellent support from senior leadership

Opportunity to shape culture and standards

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a management role within children's residential care.
• NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and compliance.
• Confident managing multiple sites and motivating staff teams.
• Resilient, adaptable, and child-focused leader.

Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee operations at two newly registered children's homes.
• Lead across two homes with full staff teams in place.
• Shape culture and standards from day one.

Job description

Overview

Registered Manager - Dual Registration Homes

Location: Leyland, Lancashire

Salary: £55,000 starting (rising with occupancy)

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

We are recruiting a Registered Manager for two newly registered children's homes (dual registration) — a 3-bed and a 2-bed service for young people aged 7-17 with EBD needs. Both homes are awaiting Ofsted registration and require an experienced leader to establish and oversee operations.

What’s on Offer

• Starting salary £55,000 with increases linked to occupancy
• Lead across two brand-new homes with full staff teams in place
• Excellent support from senior leadership
• Opportunity to shape culture and standards from day one

Key Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in a management role within children's residential care
• NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and compliance
• Confident managing multiple sites and motivating staff teams
• Resilient, adaptable, and child-focused leader

This is a rare chance to take on responsibility for two new homes, offering real career progression and influence