Registered Manager | Children's Residential Care |

Registered Manager | Children's Residential Care | Liverpool

Stephen James Consulting is partnering with a growing children's care provider to recruit an experienced Registered Manager for a brand-new therapeutic residential service based in Liverpool.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the registration and launch of a new 2-bed home supporting children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and sibling placements. The service has been developed to provide a safe, stable, and nurturing environment where children can achieve positive outcomes and thrive.

The successful candidate will play a key role in leading the Ofsted registration process, developing the service, and building a positive culture from day one.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the Ofsted registration process and support the successful launch of the home
• Provide strong leadership and direction to the staff team
• Ensure the delivery of safe, therapeutic, and child-centred care
• Maintain full compliance with Ofsted regulations, safeguarding requirements, and company policies
• Support, mentor, and develop staff to achieve high standards of practice
• Monitor service quality and drive continuous improvement
• Build positive relationships with children, families, local authorities, and external professionals
• Promote a positive and nurturing environment focused on achieving the best outcomes for children

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager within a children's residential setting
• Successful experience of Ofsted registration and inspection processes
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and children's residential care regulations
• Experience working within EBD or similar specialist settings
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent), or nearing completion
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Passion for improving outcomes for children and young people

This role offers a salary of £50,000 per annum plus a competitive bonus structure.

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