Registered Manager - Children Residential Industry

Sgscare; Preston; On-site; GBP 51,000 - GBP 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a passionate Registered Manager for a children's residential home in Preston. You will lead a motivated team, ensuring compliance with regulations while delivering exceptional child-centred care. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in children’s care management and relevant qualifications. The role offers a £7,500 welcome bonus, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive working environment where young people can thrive.

Benefits

£7,500 welcome bonus

Tastecard discounts

Christmas bonus

Financial wellbeing service

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in children’s residential care management.
• Commitment to safeguarding standards and best practices.
• Ability to create a warm, safe, nurturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all aspects of a children’s residential home.
• Ensure compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations.
• Inspire and motivate staff to deliver high-quality care.

Skills

Leadership

Child-centred care

Compliance management

Staff management

Budget management

Education

Level 3 Children & Young People Workforce

Level 5 Leadership & Management (or willingness to complete)

Job description

Job Title: Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home 🏡

Location: Preston
Salary: £51,500 – £56,000 per annum + £7,500 welcome bonus
Working Hour: 37.5 hours per week
Service: Children’s Home
Service Users: YPs | Trauma, EBD, SEMH, CSE, CCE
Qualifications Required: Level 3 Children & Young People Workforce (essential), Level 5 Leadership & Management (or willingness to complete)
Experience in Years Required: Extensive experience in children’s residential care management
Employment Type: Permanent

The Home:

• Location: Preston
• Type of YPs: Trauma, EBD, SEMH, CSE, CCE

Who we are looking for…

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead a children’s residential home and deliver exceptional, child‑centred care.

You will be confident managing all aspects of the home, ensuring full compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations, safeguarding standards, and best practice. You will inspire and lead a motivated staff team, manage resources and budgets effectively, and drive continuous improvement.

This role is ideal for a leader who is committed to creating a warm, safe, and nurturing environment where young people can thrive and achieve positive outcomes.

Who you will be working for…

• Large, well‑established organisation
• Innovative provider within children’s residential care and education
• Strong senior leadership and management support
• Multiple services across residential care and education

Why this Home & Company…

Progression Opportunity:

• Clear leadership pathways
• Ongoing support from senior leaders

Qualification Opportunity:

• Support to complete Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (if not already held)

Benefits:

• £7,500 welcome bonus
• Tastecard, Blue Light Card & MyGym discounts
• Real Living Wage employer
• Christmas bonus 🎄
• Generous Refer‑a‑Friend scheme
• Financial wellbeing service
• Life Assurance
• High‑quality CPD and ongoing professional development
• Comprehensive induction programme (face‑to‑face training, online modules & shadowing)
• Therapeutic training and support via an internal programme
• Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential support
• Strong focus on staff wellbeing
• Supportive management and senior leadership team

Ethos:

• Child‑centred
• Values‑led
• Outcome‑focused

Culture:

• Supportive
• Collaborative
• Professional and nurturing

🚫 Sponsorship is not available

How to Apply:

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client’s professional and dedicated team, they encourage you to apply today.

To apply for this rewarding opportunity, click the apply button or contact us for more information.

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