Registered Children's Home Manager

Job DescriptionIncrease your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application.Registered Managers This role was designed to fix the problems most managers face.If youre currently a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager, you may recognise some of the common frustrations within residential childcare:Being held accountable for everything but given little supportWorking with RIs or Directors who are rarely availableWanting to improve the home but not having the authority or backing to do itCarrying huge responsibility without the salary to matchThis opportunity has been structured specifically to address those challenges.The OpportunityWe are working with a well-established organisation that is expanding its children's residential services and is looking for a Registered Children's Home Manager to lead a newly renovated children's home in Leeds.As Registered Manager, you will lead the registration process, development and day-to-day running of the service, ensuring the home delivers high-quality, child-centred care while remaining fully compliant with Childrens Homes Regulations (2015) and Ofsted Quality Standards.The home will support up to 4 young people and will be registered for LD / EBD / Autism. The property has been fully renovated to meet regulatory standards, creating a safe and high-quality environment for young people. The soft furnishings have intentionally been left for the new Registered Manager to choose, allowing you to add your own finishing touches and truly make the house feel like a home.The organisation is child-centred in everything they do, ensuring the needs, wellbeing and long-term outcomes of young people sit at the heart of every decision.What This Role Delivers for You60,000 starting salaryRising to 65,000 once the home is fully occupied5,000 bonus when the home is registered and the first young person moves inAnnual bonus structure introduced once the home is established.Additional benefits include:Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 wellbeing support)Retail discounts and employee reward schemesOngoing professional development and trainingSystems & Operational SupportThe organisation invests in systems designed to support managers, streamline operations, and maintain high standards of compliance:ClearCare Young people case management and recordingSAGE HR Recruitment, compliance, supervision and appraisalsRotaCloud Rotas and payroll managementVocational Training Hub Online staff training platformYour ResponsibilitiesLead the home in line with Childrens Homes Regulations and Ofsted standardsCreate a safe, nurturing and child-centred environmentRecruit, lead and develop a high-performing residential teamEnsure strong safeguarding and risk management practicesDeliver person-centred care planning alongside multi-agency professionalsMaintain high standards of record keeping and regulatory complianceManage staffing, rotas and budgets effectivelyEnsure the home remains inspection ready at all timesAbout YouLevel 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)Minimum 2 years experience as a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager within a childrens homeStrong knowledge of Childrens Homes Regulations and Ofsted frameworksProven leadership and team development skillsFull UK driving licenceWe are happy to consider candidates who are currently working their notice period, provided they are able to transfer registration and commit to the role.Why This Role Stands Out:On-site Responsible Individual- Available Monday Friday (9am 5pm) to support with Ofsted compliance, operational decisions, and the registration process.Off-rota Deputy Manager- A dedicated Deputy Manager working Monday Friday 9-5 to assist with staffing, compliance, administration and leadership support. xjdpvnf Opportunity to build the home from the start- You will have the autonomy to shape the culture, standards and team from day one.This is about building a service the right way with leadership backing you.If youre a Registered Manager looking for genuine support, a strong salary and the opportunity to build a home properly apply today.

Created: 2026-03-19