Children's Registered Manager

Children’s Registered Manager - Brand New 5-Bed Learning Disabilities Children's Home - Portsmouth

Are you an experienced, passionate leader in caring for children with learning disabilities & complex needs and are you looking for your next big opportunity?

Do you want to play a pivotal role in launching a brand new 5-bed specialist LD children’s residential home, supporting vulnerable young people with learning disabilities, complex needs & PMLD in Portsmouth, with the full backing of a highly successful and values-driven family-run care provider?

If so - this is your moment.

The Opportunity:

We’re working with a well-established, family-owned care provider known for exceptional outcomes in the elderly care sector. After years of success, they’re launching their first children’s learning disabilities home - and they’re looking for a Children’s Registered Manager who can lead from the front.

This isn’t just a job - it’s a chance to shape a service from the ground up, set the standards, build your dream team, and have a real voice in the direction of the company’s growing children’s division.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Leading the registration and opening of a brand new, purpose-built 5-bed Children’s LD home
• Driving quality, compliance, and person-centred care from day one
• Recruiting, mentoring, and developing your team
• Working closely with directors to shape future services
• Becoming a key figure in the organisation’s expansion into children’s services

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience as a Registered Manager in children’s residential care
• Strong background in supporting children with learning disabilities, complex needs & PMLD.
• Excellent knowledge of Ofsted standards and regulatory requirements
• Inspirational leadership style with a hands-on approach
• Passionate about delivering high-quality, therapeutic and nurturing care

What’s On Offer:

• £65,000 - £75,000 base salary (DOE)
• Performance bonuses and incredible progression potential
• Full backing from a highly experienced senior team
• Opportunity to grow with the company as it builds out more children's services
• A rare chance to lead something special - and make your mark from day one

Ready to take the reins of something new, meaningful, and full of potential?

Apply now or reach out in confidence for a confidential chat.