Healthcare
recruitment
specialists
recruitment
specialists
New service launch | Leadership autonomy | High-impact role | Progression opportunity
Building a service from the ground up offers a rare level of ownership and impact. This Registered Manager role gives you the opportunity to shape a new children’s home, set standards, and build a team that reflects your leadership style. Ideal for an experienced Registered Manager or an ambitious Deputy ready to step into a Home Manager position.
You will have the autonomy to lead the service through registration and beyond, with clear progression opportunities as a Registered Care Manager within a supportive and growing organisation.
Package & Benefits
• Salary of £52,000 per annum.
• Up to £10,200 additional earnings through Ofsted and occupancy bonuses.
• £3,000 bonus for achieving an Outstanding Ofsted rating.
• £600 per month occupancy bonus.
• On-call payments of £25 weekdays and £35 weekends.
• 25 days annual leave plus 8 statutory holidays.
About the Company
This organisation provides specialist residential care for children with emotional and behavioural needs, focusing on stability, structure, and positive outcomes. The environment is built around strong leadership, high-quality care, and long-term development for both young people and staff.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the registration and successful launch of a new children’s residential home.
• Drive high standards of care, working towards Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes.
• Recruit, develop, and lead a consistent and effective staff team.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and safeguarding requirements.
About You
• Minimum 2 to 3 years’ experience in a senior role within children’s residential care.
• Level 3 in Residential Childcare and working towards or holding Level 5 in Leadership and Management.
• Proven involvement in achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes.
If you are an experienced Registered Manager or ready to take the next step into a Registered Manager role, this position offers the chance to build something meaningful from day one. Even if your CV is not fully up to date, we would still welcome a conversation.
Contact Leaders in Care for more information or a confidential discussion.
Manchester Office
Unit 300/302 Ducie House
37 Ducie Street
Manchester
M1 2JW