Job Description

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home

Location: Fulwood, Preston

Salary: 45000

Full-time, Permanent

Are you a passionate and experienced leader with a commitment to making a difference in children's lives? We are looking for a dedicated

Registered Manager

to lead one of our children's residential homes in Fullwood, Preston. Our homes provide a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for young people to thrive.

Heatherway is a 3 bedded home based in a quiet residential area of Fullwood, Preston, offering placements for children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Staffed 1:1 during the day with a Waking Night and a Sleep through the night, the home follows our therapeutic model of support based on Kim Goulding's 'Secure Base'. Currently rated Good in all areas with Ofsted, the home has been open for a year now and we are looking to recruit a new Registered Manager to lead the existing team into the future.

About the Role:

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management of the home, ensuring it meets the highest standards of care and compliance in line with Ofsted regulations. You will lead a committed team, promote a child-centred approach, and ensure that the children and young people in your care are supported to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead, motivate, and manage a team of residential care staff Ensure the home operates in line with all legislative and regulatory requirements, including Ofsted standards Promote a safe, caring, and supportive environment tailored to individual needs Develop and maintain strong care plans and risk assessments Oversee recruitment, staff training, supervision, and development Build positive relationships with children, families, local authorities, and external agencies Drive continuous improvement and maintain high standards of care

Requirements:

Minimum Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent) or be willing to work towards completing this At least 2 years' experience managing a children's residential setting Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills A clear DBS check (enhanced) and suitable references

What We Offer:

Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses Supportive and progressive working environment Ongoing training and development opportunities Clear career progression pathway The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 420,000.00 per year

Experience:

Children's Management: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence and own transport? (required) Level 5 childcare related qualification? (required)
Work Location: In person