Registered Manager

Autonomy | Career progression | New service build | Full ownership opportunity

A chance to step into a Registered Manager role where you can genuinely shape a brand new 2-bed children’s home from the ground up. This Registered Manager opportunity offers the freedom to set standards, influence culture, and take full ownership of a service ready for Ofsted registration. It’s also ideal for a Registered Manager or experienced Deputy Care Home Manager looking to step up into a leadership role with real progression potential.

This Registered Manager position gives you the balance of autonomy and support, allowing you to lead day-to-day operations while being backed by an experienced Responsible Individual. You will have the space to implement your own approach, with clear opportunities to grow into a dual home leadership position as the organisation expands.

Package & Benefits

• Salary £50,000 to £65,000 per annum depending on experience.
• Opportunity to progress into a dual Registered Manager position across multiple homes.
• Full support from an experienced Responsible Individual while maintaining autonomy within the home.
• Newly established service with the opportunity to build systems, culture and Ofsted readiness from scratch.

About the Company

This is a newly established provider within the children’s residential sector, focused on delivering high-quality, nurturing care environments for young people. The organisation is in an exciting growth phase, with additional homes already prepared, creating clear opportunities for internal progression and service development. Leadership places strong emphasis on professional development, collaboration and delivering consistently high standards of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day running of the children’s home in line with regulatory and safeguarding requirements.
• Ensure the home is fully compliant and prepared for Ofsted inspection, maintaining high standards of care and quality.
• Develop and implement care plans, policies and practices that support positive outcomes for young people.
• Build, lead and develop a high-performing staff team, promoting a stable and supportive environment.

About You

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Proven track record as a Registered Manager or Deputy Registered Manager within a children’s residential setting.
• Strong experience preparing for and achieving Ofsted inspections with positive outcomes.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious leader ready to take ownership of a new service and grow within a developing provider. Even if your CV is not fully up to date, we encourage you to explore this opportunity.