Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home

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

Job summary

A leading children's care organization is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to transform an unoccupied residential home in Milton Keynes. This full-time role offers a salary of £60,000 to £70,000 per annum, along with the opportunity to shape and lead a team committed to excellence. Candidates should possess a Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare and at least 2 years of experience in a managerial role. Strong leadership, resilience, and regulatory knowledge are essential. The role includes strong support and a clear commitment to creating a therapeutic environment.

Benefits

Autonomy to shape the home

Support from experienced team

Opportunity to make a lasting impact

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager or strong Deputy.
• Proven ability to drive improvement with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead Ofsted registration and ensure readiness for placements.
• Establish safeguarding and compliance practices.
• Provide confident leadership to staff.
• Foster a therapeutic culture with a child-centred ethos.

Skills

Leadership skills

Understanding of safeguarding procedures

Resilience

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.