Children's Home Registered Manager

Registered Manager – Children's Residential Home
Preston
£55,000 - £65,000 per annum (DOE)
Full-Time | Permanent

Are you an experienced Children's Home Manager ready to lead a high-quality residential service where you can genuinely make a difference?

We are recruiting for a Registered Manager to lead a children's residential home in Preston, providing outstanding care and support to young people with emotional and behavioural needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate leader looking to join a supportive organisation committed to achieving the best outcomes for children.

The Role

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of the home, ensuring full compliance with Ofsted regulations while creating a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for young people.

You will:

• Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing staff team.
• Ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted standards and Children's Homes Regulations.
• Promote positive outcomes and person-centred care for all young people.
• Manage safeguarding, risk management and quality assurance.
• Oversee staffing, budgets, rotas and recruitment.
• Build positive relationships with local authorities, families and external professionals.
• Drive continuous improvement and maintain high standards across the service.

Requirements

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).
• Previous experience managing or deputising within an Ofsted-registered children's home.
• Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Excellent safeguarding knowledge and report writing skills.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

What's on Offer

• Salary of £55,000 - £65,000 depending on experience.
• Performance-related bonuses (where applicable).
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive senior leadership team.
• Opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation.
• Generous annual leave.
• Pension scheme.