Job Description

Job Title:

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home

Location:

Bolton, North West

Salary:

65,000 per annum (negotiable based on experience)

Job Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Work Location:

In person

Lead a New Children's Home - Shape Lives, Shape Your Career

This is a unique opportunity to lead a brand-new children's home in Bolton. We're looking for a passionate and experienced Registered Manager to help build a nurturing, Ofsted-compliant environment that puts children at the heart of everything.

Why Join Us?

Career Progression:

As part of a growing organisation, you'll have clear opportunities to progress into more senior roles such as Operations Manager as we expand our number of homes.

Supportive Leadership:

You'll benefit from a high level of autonomy to lead the home, with hands-on support from the Directors when needed. We believe in empowering our managers while offering structured guidance and mentoring.

Peer Support Network:

Access a Registered Managers peer support group to collaborate, share best practice and learn from others.

Outstanding Bonus Scheme:

Enjoy performance-based bonuses, including rewards for achieving a 'Good' or 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating.

Family Culture:

Be part of a values-driven team that celebrates together. We hold regular social events and aim to create a warm, supportive workplace that feels like family.

Key Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day operations of the home in line with Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted expectations. Recruit, train, and inspire a skilled and compassionate care team. Embed trauma-informed and child-focused practices into all aspects of care. Maintain safeguarding, quality assurance, and compliance standards. Build strong working relationships with local authorities and key partners. Contribute to the strategic development and growth of the service.

What We Offer

65,000 annual salary (negotiable) Bonus scheme linked to Ofsted outcomes Clear path to Operations Manager and beyond CPD and leadership training Pension scheme and wellbeing support Relocation package for the right candidate Regular team-building and social events Opportunity to shape and lead your own team

What You Bring

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (Children and Young People) - Essential Minimum 2 years' recent experience in a children's residential setting Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and Ofsted standards Excellent leadership, safeguarding, and partnership-working skills Passion, resilience, and commitment to making a difference

Working Pattern

Full-time On-call duties shared on a rota

Be Part of Something Bigger

Our vision is to grow the number of homes we operate, offering life-changing care to more children. As our service expands, we want our Registered Manager to grow with us.

Apply today to be part of a meaningful journey where your leadership creates lasting impact--for the children, for your team, and for your own future.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 65,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person