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Ofsted Registered Manager

Registered Manager – New Children’s Home Provision Lanchester, County Durham (DH7) | £55,000–£65,000 + performance bonuses | Permanent, full-time Build something exceptional from the ground up Are you an experienced Registered Manager looking for the rare opportunity to create—not inherit—an exceptional children’s residential service? Leaders in Care is recruiting for a confident, compassionate and ambitious Registered Manager to lead a brand-new children’s residential provision in Lanchester, County Durham. This is a genuinely exciting opportunity to shape a service from day one. You’ll build your team, establish the culture, develop outstanding practice and create a home where children feel safe, secure and able to thrive. The provision Set in peaceful countryside, this unique provision comprises three individual, modern barn-conversion homes, each providing a single-occupancy home for a young person. The three homes will operate under one Ofsted registration. You’ll support children and young people aged 7–17 who may have experienced loss, instability or trauma. The organisation’s approach is trauma-informed and PACE-based, helping children rebuild trust, confidence and hope. Working closely with an experienced Responsible Individual and Director, you’ll have real influence over the direction, standards and long-term success of the provision. Why this is different This is not simply another Registered Manager vacancy. It is a chance to: Lead a new, purpose-built provision through registration and beyond. Build and develop a high-performing team around your values. Set the culture, standards and practice across three homes. Shape a warm, stable and therapeutic environment for children. Make a meaningful contribution to the organisation’s growth. Progress into future Senior Registered Manager, Area Manager or Responsible Individual opportunities. Salary and benefits £55,000–£65,000 per annum, dependent on experience. Performance-related bonuses, including rewards for strong Ofsted outcomes and successful occupancy. 31 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays, plus an extra day off for your birthday. Paid on-call allowance. Fully funded qualifications and ongoing professional development. Wellness allowance and Employee Assistance Programme. Company vehicle where required, plus mileage expenses. Meals provided when working on shift. Blue Light Card and access to a range of employee discounts. Employee referral bonus. Company social events. Donate Match scheme—support a charity of your choice with company contribution matching. Genuine long-term career progression in a growing organisation. The role As Registered Manager, you’ll have overall responsibility for the development, leadership and day-to-day management of the provision. You will: Lead the provision through Ofsted registration and maintain ongoing regulatory compliance. Recruit, coach, develop and retain an exceptional staff team. Create a positive, consistent and child-centred culture across all three homes. Act as a safeguarding leader, promoting the welfare and best interests of every child. Oversee admissions, transitions, care planning, risk management and record-keeping. Support children’s education, wellbeing, independence and positive outcomes. Build strong partnerships with families, local authorities, schools and multi-agency professionals. Manage staffing, training, budgets, health and safety and quality assurance. Ensure care plans and records are accurate, meaningful and maintained to a high standard. Champion trauma-informed and PACE-based practice. Use ClearCare to maintain effective oversight, compliance and recording. Work closely with the Responsible Individual and Director on the strategic development of the service. Participate in the on-call rota. About you We’re looking for a resilient, values-led and experienced children’s residential care leader who is ready to take ownership of a new service. You’ll need: At least five years’ experience working with children in residential care. At least two years’ management experience. Experience within Learning Disabilities (LD) and/or Emotional, Developmental or Behavioural (EDB) children’s services. Experience as a Registered Manager or senior leader within a children’s residential setting. A proven track record of achieving, or contributing to, at least a Good Ofsted outcome. A Level 5 qualification in Children’s Residential Care, or an equivalent recognised qualification. A full UK driving licence. Strong working knowledge of Ofsted requirements, the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, and relevant legislation and guidance. The leadership presence to build trust, set high standards and make good practice the norm. Safeguarding Safeguarding is central to everything this organisation does. You’ll need a strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management and multi-agency working when supporting children with complex needs. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, pre-employment screening and safer-recruitment checks. Ready to build something exceptional? If you want to lead a distinctive new provision, develop an outstanding team and make a long-term difference to children’s lives, apply today. Location: Lanchester, County Durham, DH7 Salary: £55,000–£65,000 per year + performance bonuses Contract: Permanent, full-time

Ofsted Registered Manager

Ofsted Registered Manager – Children’s Home North London / Enfield | £55,000–£58,000 + exceptional bonuses & benefits Ready to open and lead a children’s home where your ideas, leadership and care can genuinely change lives? Leaders in Care is recruiting an ambitious, values-led Ofsted Registered Manager for a growing children’s residential care provider expanding across North London. This is more than a Registered Manager post. You’ll have a genuine opportunity to help develop new services from the ground up, build an outstanding team and create a home where children feel safe, valued and able to thrive. You’ll support children and young people aged 7–17 who have experienced loss, instability or trauma. Using a trauma-informed, PACE-based approach, you’ll help them rebuild trust, confidence and hope—while leading a service that delivers excellent care and strong Ofsted outcomes. Why this role stands out £55,000–£58,000 salary £1,500 bonus for a Good Ofsted inspection £3,000 bonus for an Outstanding Ofsted inspection £150 per child, per month above agreed occupancy 31 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays, plus your birthday off Paid on-call allowance Fully funded training and qualifications, including the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare Clear routes into Senior Registered Manager, Area Manager or Internal Trainer roles Up to two days’ hybrid working and flexitime options, where operationally appropriate Wellness allowance and Employee Assistance Programme Properly resourced homes, including budgets for activities, training, maintenance and holidays Mileage expenses, a company vehicle when required, and meals on shift Referral bonuses, Blue Light Card discounts, company socials and donation-match scheme The opportunity This provider already operates children’s homes across the South West, London and Durham and is investing in further expansion. You’ll be joining at an exciting point of growth, with the autonomy to lead well and the backing to build something exceptional. Whether you are an established Registered Manager looking for a more progressive employer, or a high-performing Deputy Manager ready to take the next step, this is a rare opportunity to make your mark. What you’ll do As Registered Manager, you will: Lead the day-to-day running of a children’s residential home in North London. Build, develop and retain a motivated, skilled and child-focused staff team. Act as the home’s Safeguarding Lead, always putting children’s welfare first. Deliver high-quality, trauma-informed and therapeutic care. Ensure the home is fully compliant with Ofsted, safeguarding requirements and the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015. Oversee admissions, transitions, care planning, risk management and record-keeping. Support young people’s independence, education, health and emotional wellbeing. Develop positive, professional relationships with families, social workers, schools and external agencies. Drive quality assurance, audits, improvement plans and excellent inspection readiness. Help shape the culture, standards and future growth of new services. What we’re looking for You’ll be a compassionate, resilient and credible leader who can balance high standards with a warm, child-centred approach. Essential experience At least five years’ experience working with children in residential care. At least two years’ experience in a supervisory, Deputy Manager or management-level role. Experience supporting children with Learning Disabilities (LD) and/or Emotional, Developmental or Behavioural needs. A demonstrable track record of achieving, or contributing to, at least a Good Ofsted outcome. Strong experience in safeguarding, staff leadership, care planning and regulatory compliance. Essential qualifications and knowledge A minimum Level 3 qualification in Children’s Residential Care, or fully recognised equivalent. Strong working knowledge of Ofsted requirements and the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015. A full UK driving licence. The confidence and motivation to register with Ofsted, if not already registered. Apply now If you want the autonomy to lead, the resources to do your job properly and the opportunity to create genuinely life-changing homes for children, we want to hear from you. Apply today or contact Leaders in Care for a confidential discussion. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, reference verification and pre-employment screening.