Registered Manager. Job in Manchester Education & Training Jobs

Elephant Recruitment Group; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading recruitment group as a Registered Manager at a transforming children's home. In this pivotal role, you'll lead a dedicated team and drive quality improvements, supported by a competitive salary and bonus scheme. With a commitment to children's welfare, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing organization.

Benefits

Bonus scheme based on performance

Vitality Health Insurance

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Decisive and experienced leader with proven management experience in EBD homes.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and turnaround experience is essential.
• A proactive, team-focused mindset is necessary to lead effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of a 4-bed EBD children's home.
• Manage a team including a Deputy Manager and support staff.
• Champion quality improvement in care and compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Team Management

Compliance

Child-Centred Practice

Resilience

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (Children & Young People)

Job description

Registered Manager Transform a Home with Huge Potential
Salary: Up to £65,000 + Bonus Scheme Vitality Health Insurance 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
Location: Whalley Range 4-Bed EBD Children s Home (currently 2 young people in placement)

This is more than a job it s a chance to lead real transformation. We re recruiting for an experienced Registered Manager to take charge of a home that s been on a journey. From an inadequate Ofsted rating, this service has now reached Good and we re looking for a strong leader to continue that progress and build a truly outstanding home.

About the Role:

As Registered Manager, you ll be responsible for the day-to-day running of a 4-bed EBD home. With a stable team already in place, your role is to:

• Lead and support a Deputy Manager, 2 Team Leaders, 7 TSPs, and a Waking Night Worker

• Drive continuous improvement in care quality, compliance, and team performance

• Manage rotas, budgets, supervisions, and development planning

• Champion therapeutic, child-centred practice

• Tackle legacy challenges with clarity and confidence

What Makes This Exciting:

• The home has turned a corner from Inadequate to Good

• You ll be empowered to lead change not just maintain the status quo

• Working hours: Monday to Friday 9 5 with on-call (1 in every 4 5 weeks)

• Highly competitive salary up to £65,000 depending on experience

• Bonus scheme based on home performance and KPIs

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (bookable in advance)

• Vitality Health Insurance

• Join a provider currently operating 4 homes, with plans to grow to 10 in the next 18 months

About You:

We re looking for a decisive, experienced leader with:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (Children & Young People)

• Proven experience managing EBD children s homes ideally with 3+ beds

• Strong Ofsted knowledge and turnaround experience

• A proactive, team-focused mindset you ll need to bring the team with you on the journey

• Resilience, clarity, and a genuine passion for children s welfare

Why Join This Provider?

You ll be part of a growing organisation that s committed to delivering quality care and investing in its people. With four homes already established and plans to expand to ten in the next 18 months, this is a provider on the rise. You ll have the autonomy to lead, the backing to implement real change, and the opportunity to grow alongside a forward-thinking team.

How to Apply:

If you re ready to lead change and make a lasting impact, we d love to hear from you. Call us on (phone number removed) for a confidential chat, or apply now to take the next step in your career.