Registered Manager - OFSTED

TN United Kingdom; Bolton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Registered Manager for a new children's residential home in Bolton. This role offers the unique opportunity to shape a service from the ground up, ensuring the highest standards of care for children with emotional and behavioral difficulties. The ideal candidate will bring experience as an Ofsted Registered Manager, demonstrating strong leadership and a commitment to child-centered practices. With a solid foundation and plans for future expansion, this position promises genuine career progression and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children. If you're ready to lead with purpose, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Ofsted Registered Manager in children's residential care.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding practices and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational setup and daily management of the children's home.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulatory requirements and standards.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Child-Centered Approach

Knowledge of Ofsted Regulations

Team Development

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Leadership and Management

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Job Title: Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home (EBD)
Location: Bolton
Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

About Us:
We are partnering with a newly established provider to recruit an experienced Registered Manager for a brand-new children's residential service in Bolton. This is a unique opportunity to join a fresh venture from the ground up, taking full operational responsibility for a solo-bed home supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). You'll work with the support of an experienced Responsible Individual and external consultancy to ensure success.

Our client is entering the children's residential sector with a strong foundation, led by a Director with a proven track record in adult social care. Planning permission is secured, the property requires no renovations, and the home is ready to launch. With plans to expand to 3-4 additional homes, this role offers genuine career progression for the right candidate.

The Role:
As the Registered Manager, you will:

Lead the operational setup and day-to-day management of the home.

Ensure the highest standards of care and safeguarding for children with EBD.

Meet and exceed Ofsted regulatory requirements.

Recruit, build, and manage a competent and stable staff team.

Foster a culture of continuous improvement and child-centred practice.

Collaborate with the Responsible Individual, local authorities, and external stakeholders.

What We're Looking For:
The ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience as an Ofsted Registered Manager in a children's residential home (essential).

A proven track record of delivering positive outcomes for children with EBD.

In-depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations, quality standards, and safeguarding practices.

Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop and retain a high-performing team.

NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Leadership and Management (Children & Young People's Services) or working towards it.

A passionate, accountable, and child-first approach to care.

This is a rare chance to shape a new service from the outset, with the autonomy to make a lasting impact and the support to succeed. If you're ready to lead with purpose and grow with an ambitious provider, we want to hear from you.