Registered Manager

Ribble Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager or Deputy Manager to lead a newly established children’s residential home. This is an exciting opportunity to develop a home, embedding a strong culture of safeguarding, high standards, and child-centred care. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the service, recruiting and developing a skilled team, and creating a safe, nurturing, and aspirational environment where children and young people can thrive. Key Responsibilities * Lead the Ofsted registration process and maintain ongoing regulatory compliance * Ensure the home meets the Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards * Provide strong, values-led leadership, supervision, and development for staff * Promote positive behaviour support and trauma-informed care * Ensure robust safeguarding and safer recruitment practices are embedded * Build positive professional relationships with children, families, and external stakeholders * Confidently lead the home through Ofsted inspections, driving continuous improvement About You You will: * Hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) or working towards * Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a children’s residential setting within the last 5 years * Have experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager * Demonstrate strong knowledge of Ofsted frameworks, regulations, and inspection requirements * Be confident in opening and developing a new service * Be resilient, child-focused, and committed to achieving positive outcomes What’s on Offer * Competitive salary and performance-related bonus * Full support throughout the Ofsted registration process * Opportunity to shape policies, culture, and practice from the outset * Supportive leadership and Responsible Individual * Ongoing training and professional development * A genuine opportunity to make a lasting difference from day one If this role is of interest, please click to apply or send your CV to the email provided