Registered Manager / Senior Registered Manager

Young Foundations Limited; England; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care provider in the UK seeks a Registered Manager or Senior Registered Manager for their Children's Home in Leigh, Greater Manchester. The successful candidate will ensure high standards of care and compliance with regulatory frameworks. Ideal applicants have leadership experience in residential settings and are committed to delivering exceptional outcomes. Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development provided.

Benefits

Competitive salary with pay progression opportunities

Enhanced annual leave entitlement

Employee assistance programme

Free eye care vouchers

Qualifications

• Proven experience at management level within a Residential Children’s Home.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing and developing teams to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the home.
• Continuously assess the needs of children and young people.
• Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and nurturing environment.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making skills

Commitment to continuous improvement

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Registered Manager / Senior Registered Manager

• Permanent - Full Time

Registered Manager / Senior Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Location: Leigh, Greater Manchester
Hours: 40 per week
Salary:

• Registered Manager: £58,000 – £66,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Senior Registered Manager: £68,250 – £76,650 per annum (dependent on experience)

About the Role

We are seeking an exceptional leader to join Young Foundations as either a Registered Manager or Senior Registered Manager at our new Children’s Home in Leigh, Greater Manchester.

You will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and outcomes for children and young people. Working within the Ofsted regulatory framework, you will foster a culture of excellence, compassion, and child‑centred practice — ensuring that every young person thrives in a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment.

• Lead the day‑to‑day operations of the home, ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, policies, procedures, and the home’s Statement of Purpose.
• Continuously assess the needs of children and young people, developing and implementing individualised care and development plans to support their wellbeing and progress.
• Coordinate and monitor staffing levels to ensure individual needs are fully met and workforce planning is effective.
• Maintain and develop high standards of practice in line with the Care Standards Act 2000, Children’s Homes Regulations 2001, and the Quality Standards.
• Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and nurturing environment that meets Health and Safety and Environmental Health requirements.
• Work proactively with Ofsted and other external monitoring bodies to ensure the service not only meets but exceeds regulatory and quality standards.

Additional Responsibilities for Senior Registered Manager

In addition to the duties outlined above, the Senior Registered Manager will:

• Provide strategic oversight and leadership across their registered home and support wider organisational initiatives.
• Offer leadership, guidance, and operational support across other Young Foundations services as required.
• Represent the organisation at external events and professional forums, promoting Young Foundations’ mission, vision, and values.
• Deputise for the Operations Director when required, ensuring continuity of leadership and operational effectiveness.
• Contribute to organisational development projects such as leadership development and induction programmes, helping to shape best practice across services.

About You

You will bring vision, commitment, and a passion for delivering outstanding care. With proven management experience in a children’s residential setting, you will demonstrate strong leadership, an ability to inspire others, and a drive to achieve excellence.

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent) or willingness to work towards this.
• Proven experience at management level within a Residential Children’s Home.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted standards and regulatory requirements.
• Experience managing and developing teams to deliver exceptional outcomes.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and decision‑making skills.
• A commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.

Benefits of Working for Us

• A rewarding career where you can make a real difference.
• A supportive environment committed to helping you flourish and deliver excellent care.
• Competitive salary with pay progression opportunities.
• Salary sacrifice scheme.
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave.
• Enhanced annual leave entitlement.
• Employee assistance programme.
• Free eye care vouchers.

If this sounds like the role for you, we would love to hear from you!

Young Foundations is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks in line with our safeguarding policy. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, right to work checks and any other necessary checks.