Children's Home Manager (EBD)

Are you an experienced leader within Children's Residential Care looking for your next challenge?

We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Registered Manager to lead a Children's Residential Home in Chipping, Preston. This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs by creating a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment where they can thrive.

The Role

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance are maintained at all times.

Your responsibilities will include:

* Leading the day-to-day operation of the home

* Managing, mentoring, and developing the residential care team

* Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding requirements

* Maintaining high standards of care and achieving positive outcomes for children and young people

* Monitoring performance, quality, and continuous improvement within the service

* Building effective relationships with children, families, social workers, and external professionals

* Promoting a stable, nurturing, and child-centred environment

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

* Previous leadership or management experience within a Children's Residential Home

* Strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures and Ofsted regulations

* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

* A willingness to complete, or already hold, a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management

* A full UK driving licence

* Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills

* A passion for improving outcomes for children and young people

What We Offer

* Competitive salary of £55,000 - £63,000 per annum, depending on experience and qualifications

* Ofsted bonus of up to £3,000 per year

* Sign-on bonus of up to £3,000 within the first six months

* First-year earning potential of up to £66,000

* Monday to Friday working pattern (9:00am – 5:00pm) with scheduled on-call duties

* Support towards achieving a Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification

* Blue Light Card

* Employee wellbeing programme, including GP and counselling support

* Company pension scheme

* Additional employee benefits and support

Location: Chipping, Preston
Salary: £55,000 - £63,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Apply Today

If you are an ambitious and compassionate leader looking to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join a service that is committed to providing outstanding care and support for children and young people
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed