Registered Manager - Childrens Residential Home

Registered Manager - Children’s Residential Home

Location: Manchester

Salary: £50,000 - £90,000 per annum (inclusive of bonuses and benefits)

Job type: Permanent, full-time

About the role:

An established and supportive care provider is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a solo placement children’s residential home in Manchester. This is a meaningful opportunity to build a service from the ground up, with a strong focus on therapeutic, high-quality, child-centred care over occupancy targets.

You will take ownership of a brand-new home and work within a culture that values outcomes, placement matching, and staff development. This role suits a passionate and motivated leader who is committed to delivering exceptional care and safeguarding standards.

Key responsibilities:

• Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and positive development of each young person
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the children’s home
• Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing care team
• Promote collaborative working with families, professionals, and external agencies
• Set and achieve ambitious care and operational targets
• Maintain full regulatory compliance, including safeguarding and Ofsted standards
• Lead from the front and provide cover where necessary

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a supervisory or management role within residential childcare
• At least 2 years’ experience in a children’s residential setting (ideally as Deputy Manager)
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete)
• Confident working with children and young people presenting with challenging behaviours
• Strong leadership, resilience, and team-building skills
• Willingness to be flexible and hands-on when required

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package up to £90,000
• Bonus scheme based on Ofsted outcomes, attendance, and performance
• Casual dress and relaxed working environment
• Regular company events and social activities
• 28 days annual leave
• Company pension scheme
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

How to apply:

If you are a dedicated childcare professional ready to lead a solo placement service with a values-driven provider, we would love to hear from you. Submit your CV, and we will be in touch to discuss the next steps.