Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home
Location: HullJob Type: PermanentSalary: Up to £70,000 per annum, depending on experienceBonus: £10,000 bonus upon successful Ofsted registration/inspection outcome, plus additional performance-related bonus scheme
Are you an experienced Registered Manager looking for an exciting opportunity to lead the launch of a brand-new children's residential home?
School Staffing Solutions are recruiting for a new, forward-thinking care company seeking a motivated, experienced and values-led Registered Manager to take ownership of a new children's home in Hull, supporting young people aged 8-14 years with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
This is a fantastic opportunity for a strong residential childcare leader who is confident with Ofsted, passionate about achieving high standards, and committed to creating a safe, nurturing and stable environment where children can thrive.
About the Role
- As Registered Manager, you will play a key role in establishing the home from the outset. You will be responsible for leading the Ofsted registration process, developing a high-performing staff team, embedding strong safeguarding and compliance standards, and ensuring the home provides outstanding care and support for every young person.
- An experienced Responsible Individual (RI) is already in place, giving you strong operational support while allowing you the autonomy to shape and lead the service.
- Key Responsibilities
- You will be responsible for:
- Managing the day-to-day running of the children's home in line with Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes Quality Standards.
- Leading the Ofsted registration process and preparing the home for successful inspection outcomes.
- Recruiting, developing and leading a committed residential care team.
- Creating a positive, safe and nurturing environment for young people aged 8-14 with EBD.
- Ensuring safeguarding, care planning, risk assessments and regulatory compliance are consistently maintained.
- Building strong relationships with professionals, families, local authorities and external agencies.
- Promoting a culture of high standards, accountability, compassion and child-centred care.
About You
We are looking for someone who has:
- Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within a children's residential setting.
- Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes Quality Standards.
- Experience supporting children and young people with EBD, trauma, complex needs or challenging behaviour.
- A confident leadership style with the ability to build, motivate and retain a strong staff team.
- Excellent safeguarding, compliance and care planning knowledge.
- A genuine passion for improving outcomes for children and young people.
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or willingness/eligibility to complete if required.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary of up to £70,000, depending on experience.
- £10,000 bonus upon achieving a successful Ofsted registration/inspection outcome.
- Additional performance-related bonus scheme.
- Gym membership.
- 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Strong support from an experienced RI and senior leadership team.
- Opportunity to lead and shape a brand-new children's residential service from the beginning.
Apply Today
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Registered Manager who wants to make a real impact and lead a new service with high standards from day one.
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School Staffing Solutions are acting as an employment business for this vacancy
