Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Prospero Group; Bristol; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading residential care organization in Bristol is looking for an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children’s residential home undergoing transformation. You will be responsible for driving excellence, navigating regulatory challenges, and building a high-performing team. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare and at least 2 years of leadership experience. This role offers a competitive salary of £60,000 to £70,000 per annum and significant autonomy in shaping the home from the ground up.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Autonomy to shape the service

Professional support from a dedicated team

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager.
• Currently working towards Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• Robust understanding of safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead Ofsted registration and ensure readiness for safe placements.
• Establish strong safeguarding and compliance practices.
• Provide visible, confident leadership to the staff team.

Skills

Leadership

Resilience

Safeguarding procedures

Regulatory standards

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Milton Keynes | Full-time | £60,000 – £70,000 per annum + benefits

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced and resilient Registered Manager to take the lead in transforming a children’s residential home in Milton Keynes. The home is currently unoccupied and undergoing a full relaunch, with substantial support in place and a clear commitment to achieving excellence.

The organisation is seeking a values-driven leader who can navigate regulatory challenges, embed a safe and therapeutic culture, and build a stable, high-performing team from the outset.

Key responsibilities

• Lead Ofsted registration and ensure readiness for safe placements
• Establish strong safeguarding, compliance, and supervision practices
• Provide visible, confident leadership to a dedicated staff team
• Foster a therapeutic, reflective culture with a child-centred ethos
• Work closely with an experienced Responsible Individual and external QA consultant

What they’re looking for

• Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or currently working towards)
• At least 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager, or a strong Deputy ready to step up
• Robust understanding of safeguarding procedures and regulatory standards
• Proven resilience and the ability to drive improvement with integrity

What’s on offer

• Salary from £60,000 to £70,000 per annum, negotiable based on experience
• Direct input and autonomy to shape and lead a home from the ground up
• Backing from a professional, experienced team and external QA consultants
• Genuine opportunity to make a lasting impact in a newly restructured service

Located in Milton Keynes, the home is accessible from surrounding areas with strong transport links and a diverse local community. This is more than a management role – it’s a rare chance to lead meaningful change in a well-supported environment.