Ofsted Registered Manager

Are you an experienced and inspirational Ofsted Registered Manager or an Experienced Deputy Manager looking to step up? If so, are you looking for the opportunity to build something exceptional from the very beginning?

We are recruiting for a passionate leader to establish and manage a new 3-bed therapeutic children's home in Sale, Manchester, supporting children and young people aged 7–18 years with emotional and behavioural needs.

This is a unique opportunity to shape the home's culture, recruit your own team, and create a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where children can heal, develop resilience, and achieve positive life outcomes.

Our vision is to provide outstanding, child-centred care that promotes stability, education, emotional wellbeing, and lifelong opportunities.

As the Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the leadership, management, and development of the home, ensuring compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted requirements while delivering exceptional standards of care.

You will lead by example, embedding a therapeutic and trauma-informed approach across every aspect of the service.

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• Register with Ofsted as the Registered Manager for the home.
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• Lead the successful launch and ongoing operation of a brand-new therapeutic children's home.
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• Build, lead, and inspire a highly skilled residential care team.
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• Create a positive, child-focused culture based on trust, respect, and high aspirations.
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• Ensure the home consistently meets and exceeds Ofsted expectations.
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• Promote therapeutic, trauma-informed practice throughout the service.
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• Develop high-quality care plans that support each child's individual needs and goals.
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• Ensure robust safeguarding practices and effective risk management.
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• Manage staffing, budgets, quality assurance, and compliance.
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• Build strong partnerships with local authorities, education providers, healthcare professionals, and families.
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• Drive continuous improvement with the aim of achieving an Ofsted 'Good' or 'Outstanding' rating.
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We're looking for a compassionate, resilient, and motivated leader who is committed to making a lasting difference to children's lives.

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• Experience as an Ofsted Registered Manager or an experienced Deputy Manager ready to step into registration.
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• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards completion where appropriate).
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• Strong knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, and safeguarding legislation.
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• Experience supporting children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), complex needs, or trauma.
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• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
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• Ability to develop, motivate, and retain high-performing teams.
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• Experience opening a new children's residential home.
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• Previous experience working within therapeutic or trauma-informed services.
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• Track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted inspection outcomes.
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• Knowledge of attachment theory, PACE, restorative practice, or other therapeutic models.
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• Competitive salary of £55,000–£65,000 depending on experience.
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• Annual performance bonus.
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• Opportunity to lead and shape a brand-new therapeutic home.
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• Significant autonomy with the support of an experienced senior leadership team.
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• Ongoing leadership development and training.
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• Joining bonus
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• Private optical and dental cover
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• Generous annual leave.
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• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support.
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• Recognition and reward initiatives.
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Every child deserves a place where they feel safe, valued, and understood.

By joining us at the beginning of this exciting journey, you will have the opportunity to create a home that provides stability, therapeutic support, and life-changing experiences for children who need it most. Your leadership will directly influence the lives of young people and help them build brighter futures.

If you are ready to lead with purpose, inspire a dedicated team, and make a genuine difference, we'd love to hear from you.