Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Key Talent Solutions; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established children's care provider seeks a dedicated Registered Manager for their Manchester residential home. The ideal candidate will lead a skilled team, ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, and deliver therapeutic care for vulnerable children, fostering a values-led environment. This role involves significant responsibility and offers opportunities for ongoing training and professional growth.

Benefits

Ongoing training and career development

Positive, collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Registration or eligibility to register with Ofsted as a Registered Manager.
• Minimum 7 years' experience in a similar leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding and residential care standards.

Responsibilities

• Hold legal responsibility for the operation of the home in line with Ofsted regulations.
• Lead, support, and develop a skilled care team.
• Ensure compliance with Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational Skills

Compassion

Resilience

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care - Children and Young People's Services

Job description

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home

Location: Manchester

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Lead with Purpose. Care with Passion.

A well-established and values-driven children's care provider is seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Manager to oversee one of its Ofsted-regulated residential homes. This is an excellent opportunity for a committed professional to lead a passionate team and provide outstanding care for young people with complex needs.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Services, the Registered Manager will:

• Hold legal responsibility for the operation of the home in line with Ofsted regulations
• Lead, support, and develop a skilled care team to deliver high-quality, therapeutic care
• Ensure compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
• Promote safeguarding best practices and contribute to a safe, nurturing environment
• Drive service performance, ensure effective occupancy, and manage referrals
• Oversee all quality assurance, reporting, and operational management duties

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and oversee personalised Quality of Life Plans for each child
• Foster a culture of therapeutic care using the PACE model (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy)
• Deliver ongoing training, supervision, and professional development to staff
• Monitor service quality through internal audits and regulatory inspections (Regulations 44/45)
• Manage rotas, budgets, HR processes, and all compliance requirements
• Lead on safeguarding, risk management, and multi-agency collaboration

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

• Registration (or eligibility to register) with Ofsted as a Registered Manager
• Minimum 7 years' experience in a similar leadership role within a children's residential setting
• A relevant qualification such as the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care - Children and Young People's Services
• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding, residential care standards, and therapeutic approaches
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• A reflective, compassionate, and resilient approach to working with vulnerable children

What's on Offer

• An opportunity to lead a well-supported, therapeutic children's home
• A values-led, child-focused culture that puts emotional wellbeing and growth at the centre
• Ongoing training and career development, including clinical support and regular supervision
• A positive, collaborative team environment that supports innovation and high standards

Apply Now

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and lead a service that strives for excellence, we want to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV on [e-mail]