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Posted 02 August, 2026

Registered Manager - Brand New Solo Placement Childrens Home (EBD)

RJS Resourcing Ltd
Manchester, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Registered Manager Brand New Solo Placement Children's Home (EBD)Location: Prestwich, Manchester Salary: £55,000 per annum + Performance Bonus Contract: Full-Time, PermanentReady to Take the Next Step into Registered Management?An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to progress into their first Registered Manager position and lead the registration of a brand-new solo placement children's home in Prestwich.This is a fantastic opportunity to join an established care provider that forms part of a larger organisation operating over 20 care services across the UK. With significant backing, experienced leadership, and long-term growth plans, you'll be joining a provider committed to building high-quality children's services the right way.The home is a beautifully presented solo placement service for a young person with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). With the property complete and ready for registration, they're now looking to appoint the right Registered Manager to shape the service from the very beginning.Why Join?This isn't just an opportunity to register a new homeit's the chance to launch your Registered Manager career with outstanding support around you.You'll benefit from:Full support throughout the Ofsted registration processGuidance from an experienced Responsible IndividualOngoing support from an ex-Ofsted Inspector working alongside the leadership teamThe opportunity to build the culture and standards of the home from day oneBacking from an established organisation with ambitious expansion plansExcellent long-term career progression as the children's division continues to growAlthough appointments are being made now, the provider is planning for a 2027 opening, allowing the successful candidate to remain committed to their current employer before beginning this exciting new chapter.The RoleAs Registered Manager, you will:Lead the Ofsted registration of a brand-new solo placement homeBuild a safe, therapeutic, and nurturing environment for the young person in your careRecruit, lead, and develop a high-performing staff teamEnsure full compliance with Ofsted regulations and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015Develop strong relationships with local authorities and external professionalsDrive high standards of safeguarding, care planning, and quality assuranceEmbed a child-centred, trauma-informed culture throughout the homeWork closely with the Responsible Individual and senior leadership team to achieve Outstanding outcomesAbout YouWe're particularly interested in speaking with ambitious Deputy Managers who feel ready to take the next step.You'll ideally have:Experience as a Deputy Manager or senior leader within a children's residential homeA genuine desire to progress into Registered ManagementStrong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding requirementsExperience supporting children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare, or be working towards itA full UK Driving LicenceA passion for delivering exceptional outcomes for children and young peopleWhat's on Offer?Salary of £55,000 per annumPerformance-related bonus schemeFull support through your first Ofsted registrationMentoring from experienced children's care professionals, including an ex-Ofsted InspectorOpportunity to launch and shape a brand-new serviceExcellent long-term career prospects within a growing organisationThe chance to make a genuine, lasting impact from the very beginningAt RJS Resourcing, we partner with values-driven children's residential care providers across the UK and work on a continuous stream of exciting opportunities. If this role isn't quite the right fit, we'd still love to hear from you to discuss our wider portfolio of Registered Manager, Responsible Individual, Deputy Manager, and senior leadership vacancies.TPBN1_UKTJ