Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home (New Service Opening)
Posted 13 hours 41 minutes ago by Job Search Place Limited
£45,000 - £60,000 + bonuses + on call payments
Urgent Requirement - ASAP Start Available
We are currently working in partnership with a growing residential childcare provider that is launching a brand new children's home in Doncaster and is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead the service from the ground up.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced residential childcare leader to take full operational responsibility for a new home supporting young people who require structure, stability, safeguarding, and positive long term support.
The successful candidate will play a key role in building the culture of the service, developing a strong and committed staff team, and creating a safe, nurturing environment where young people can achieve positive outcomes.
The Role:As Registered Manager, you will oversee the day to day operation of the home, ensuring full compliance with Ofsted regulations and the Children's Homes Quality Standards.
You will lead and support the staff team, maintain high safeguarding standards and ensure care plans are delivered effectively to meet the individual needs of each young person.
Key responsibilities include:- Full operational management of the children's home
- Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding frameworks
- Leading, supervising, and developing the residential care team
- Managing staffing, rotas, and day to day operational procedures
- Maintaining accurate and compliant records, reports, and care documentation
- Supporting positive outcomes and placement stability for young peopleBuilding strong working relationships with local authorities, families and external professionals
- Preparing for and managing Ofsted inspections
This role would suit either:
- An experienced Registered Manager within children's residential care, or
- A strong Deputy Manager ready to progress into a Registered Manager position
You will have:
- Previous leadership experience within children's residential care
- Strong safeguarding knowledge and understanding of Ofsted frameworks
- Experience leading and developing residential childcare teams
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it)
- Full UK driving licence
- Competitive salary: £45,000 - £60,000 DOE
- Performance related bonus scheme
- Additional on call paymentsPension contributionsOngoing training and professional developmentOpportunity to lead and shape a brand new residential serviceLong term progression within a growing organisation
This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate and driven childcare professional looking to make a genuine difference while taking ownership of a newly established residential home.