Description
Registered Children’s Manager - £55k – Preston
Position: Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Preston
Salary: £50,000 + £5,000 signing bonus + £5,000 performance bonus
Are you passionate about transforming the lives of young people?
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Manager to join a well-established children’s residential care provider in the North West. This is your chance to make a lasting impact in a rewarding, leadership-driven role within a 5-bed home setting.
What’s on Offer:
• Competitive salary: Up to £50,000 per annum (depending on experience)
• Welcome bonus: £5,000 upon successful registration
• Annual bonus: £5,000 based on quality and commercial performance
• Leadership Incentive Plan: Share in the long-term success of the organization
• Thorough induction: Get set up for success from day one
• Ongoing development:
o Access to a Management Development Training Programme
o Leadership Academy courses to build confidence, communication, and leadership skills
• Benefits package includes:
o Pension scheme
o Employee Assistance Program
o Wellbeing initiatives
o Cycle to Work scheme
o “Recommend a Friend” bonus
o Team rewards (discounts on restaurants, days out, etc.)
o Long service awards
Your Responsibilities:
• Ensure your home achieves at least a “Good” rating from Ofsted
• Develop and maintain high-quality care and support plans tailored to each young person’s unique needs
• Build and lead a strong, motivated care team
• Establish systems to gather feedback from young people on the care they receive
• Allocate and oversee key workers for each resident
• Monitor quality standards in line with the home's Statement of Purpose
• Manage any safeguarding concerns and complaints
• Collaborate with families, carers, and professionals to promote positive outcomes
• Attend planning and review meetings
• Promote a safe, empowering culture for young people
• Oversee commercial operations and ensure alignment with budgetary goals
Who We’re Looking For:
• Experience: At least 2 years working in children’s residential care, including 1 year in a supervisory capacity within the last 5 years
• Qualifications:
o Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (required)
o Level 5 Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (preferred or willingness to start within 6 months)
• Knowledge of:
o Children’s home regulations and legislation
o Ofsted frameworks and The Quality Standards
o Trauma-informed care and managing challenging behaviours
• Skills: Confident in leadership, team development, budget management, and communication
• Driving licence: Full UK driving license required
Why Join Us?
Be part of a growing and dynamic organization at the forefront of children’s residential care in the UK. You’ll join a team that is deeply committed to creating life-changing experiences for children and young people. With a strong focus on development, wellbeing, and long-term career progression, this is more than just a job—it’s a vocation.
If you're interested in this role and would like more information, Please call Rory on 01904571187 or send your CV to [email protected]
