Registered Children's Home Manager

Exceptional Care Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in the UK is seeking a dedicated Children's Registered Home Manager to oversee a children's home in Preston. This full-time role involves managing a team and ensuring positive outcomes for children with complex needs. With a salary of up to £70,000 and various benefits including bonuses and medical insurance, this is a rewarding opportunity for the right candidate. A driving licence and relevant experience are essential.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Up to 35 days annual leave

Employee assistance programme

Free gym membership

Pension scheme

Cycle to work programme

Qualifications

• 2 years’ experience in a children’s residential setting dealing with children with complex needs.
• Full UK manual driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage a home for children ensuring positive outcomes.
• Lead and develop your team in a stable environment.

Skills

NVQ L3 / L4 Children and Young Peoples Workforce

UK driving licence

Education

Level 3 or 4 Children and Young Peoples Workforce or equivalent

Job description

Children's Registered Home Manager – Preston

Location: Exceptional Care Ltd, The Malthouse Business Centre, 48 Southport Road

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9 am to 5 pm

Salary: Up to £70,000.00 yearly (Total reward package)

Welcome Bonus: £5,000 on completion of probation & Ofsted registration acceptance

Occupancy Bonus: Paid monthly, up to £5,000 pa, based on occupancy/quality

Longevity Reward: £5,000 upon 3 years of service

About the Role

We’re seeking a talented Children's Registered Home Manager to join us on our exciting journey, based at one of our Children’s Homes in Preston. This is a fantastic opportunity for a caring and dedicated Registered Manager to manage a home in a unique setting during a period of real company growth. We’ll give you all the support you need to lead and develop your team to create a loving, stable environment, ensuring each young person achieves positive outcomes and learning experiences. There’s a great package on offer; we offer development opportunities for managers to progress to Senior Manager level.

Required Minimum Criteria

• Full UK manual driving licence
• 2 years’ experience in a children’s residential setting dealing with children with complex needs at senior level (you could be an outstanding Deputy Manager looking for progression)
• Level 3 or 4 Children and Young Peoples Workforce or equivalent

Desired Criteria

• Level 5 Children and Young Peoples Workforce or equivalent
• Previous Ofsted rating of GOOD or Outstanding

Skills Needed

• NVQ L3 / L4 Children and Young Peoples Workforce
• UK driving licence

Benefits and Incentives

• Private medical insurance
• Up to 35 days annual leave pa
• Comprehensive paid induction training through our sister company Think Tank Academy
• Consistent support, training and development within our organisation
• Employee assistance programme
• Outstanding Service Employee of the Year award – £3,000 voucher based award
• Employee of the month award
• Medicash
• Cycle to work programme
• Pension scheme
• Refer a Friend scheme offering £100 for every person you successfully recommend
• Free gym membership, including group classes

Closing Date

Wednesday 31st December, 2025

Contract Type

Full‑time

Salary

Up to £70,000.00 yearly

Are you ready to start an exciting and rewarding career with Exceptional Care? Apply today!