Registered Manager, Residential Children’s Home, Permanent role

Pertemps; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a Registered Manager for their Residential Children’s Home in Greater Manchester. The manager will oversee daily operations, ensure compliance with regulations, and lead staff in providing high-quality care and safeguarding practices. Ideal candidates should have relevant management experience and a strong understanding of care standards. Salary package up to £60K is offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in management within a children's residential setting.
• Full understanding of the Children’s Homes Regulations and Care Standards.
• Strong communication skills to manage relationships with external professionals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the care home.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and safeguarding policies.
• Lead and supervise staff, ensuring their development and performance.

Skills

Leadership

Budget Management

Risk Assessments

Health and Safety Compliance

Staff Development

Education

Relevant Management Qualification

Job description

Overview

Registered Manager, Residential Children’s Home, Permanent role
Location: Manchester area
Basic Salary to £60K

About the role

• As the Residential Children's Home Manager you will have overall responsibility for day-to-day management of the Home, including:
• Efficient management of the house budget
• Overseeing the development of staff and the young people in placement
• Formulating and updating placement plans
• Risk assessments and positive handling plans
• Ensuring Health and Safety guidelines are adhered to
• Monitoring of a monthly Health and Safety Audit
• Delivering high-quality service provision incorporating care, welfare, safety and security of all children and young people in your care

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the home to ensure the highest standards of care, safety, and wellbeing
• Provide strong leadership and supervision to staff, including induction, appraisals, rota planning, and reflective practice
• Ensure full compliance with the Children’s Homes Regulations, Care Standards Act, and Ofsted expectations
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead, fostering a strong safeguarding culture within the home
• Lead on quality assurance, including monitoring, audits, and preparation for Ofsted inspections
• Manage relationships with external professionals including social workers, families, health and education providers
• Maintain accurate records and submit notifications to Ofsted and other bodies as required
• Ensure policies, procedures and the Statement of Purpose are up to date and implemented in practice
• Support children and young people to achieve positive outcomes through personalised, therapeutic care

Please contact Elle McKenna on 07823 789233 or email [e-mail] for more information.