At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a start-up children's residential care provider and shape its growth in the East Midlands.
- Company: Progressive organisation with a strong leadership board and values-driven culture.
- Benefits: Salary up to £115,000, equity participation, and clear career progression.
- Other info: Join a supportive team and influence the future of children's care.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while building a successful organisation from the ground up.
- Qualifications: Extensive leadership experience in children's services and knowledge of Ofsted regulations.
The predicted salary is between 115000 - 115000 £ per year.
We are working in partnership with an emerging children’s residential care provider with ambitious plans to establish and grow a strong presence across the East Midlands. Supported by an experienced and credible leadership board, this is a unique opportunity for a senior leader to play a pivotal role in developing a values-driven organisation from the very beginning.
The Role
As Managing Director, you will lead the organisation through its initial launch phase and into sustained growth. You will have overall responsibility for setting direction, embedding high standards of care, and creating the operational and leadership foundations required for long-term success. This position suits a commercially aware children’s care leader who enjoys building services, shaping culture, and driving performance.
Key responsibilities include:
- Setting and delivering the strategic direction and expansion plans across the East Midlands
- Establishing strong governance, quality assurance, and safeguarding frameworks
- Recruiting, developing, and leading a capable senior management team
- Taking accountability for operational performance, compliance, and financial outcomes
- Acting as a key link between the board, commissioners, regulators, and wider stakeholders
- Promoting a child-centred culture where positive outcomes and quality care are paramount
About You
The successful candidate will bring:
- Substantial leadership experience within children’s residential services
- A demonstrable history of raising standards and supporting service growth
- Strong working knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding requirements
- Strategic thinking combined with the ability to deliver at an operational level
- Excellent leadership presence, communication skills, and stakeholder management ability
- A clear commitment to improving the lives and outcomes of children and young people
What’s on Offer
- Salary of up to 115,000 per annum, dependent on experience
- Equity participation, providing long-term reward and alignment with the organisation’s success
- The opportunity to work alongside an experienced, supportive, and values-led board
- Significant influence over the strategic direction and operational development of the organisation
- Clear long-term career progression as the provider grows and expands
Recruitment Timeline
Applications are encouraged as early as possible. To apply, please send your CV or for a confidential discussion, contact Alex at alex@hamptonsresourcing.com or 01926 356549. Hampton’s is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. We will support any reasonable adjustments required during the recruitment process.
Managing Director in Northampton employer: Hampton's Resourcing
Join a pioneering children's residential care provider in the East Midlands, where you will have the unique opportunity to shape a values-driven organisation from its inception. With a competitive salary and equity participation, you will work alongside an experienced leadership board that prioritises a child-centred culture and offers clear pathways for career progression as the organisation grows. This is not just a job; it's a chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and young people while being part of a supportive and ambitious team.
