Registered Manager – Children's Residential Home (EBD)

We are recruiting for an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children's residential home in Lancashire. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation that is committed to providing safe, nurturing, and therapeutic homes for children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs (EBD). You'll play a key role in building a high-performing team, maintaining excellent standards of care, and achieving positive outcomes for the children you support. Salary & Benefits * Salary of £55,000 - £63,000 per year, depending on experience, qualifications, registration history, and home size * Ofsted Bonus of up to £3,000 per year * Sign-on Bonus of up to £3,000 within your first six months * First-year earning potential of up to £66,000 * Blue Light Card * Company pension * Employee Welfare Programme, including GP access, counselling support, and retail discounts * Support towards completing your Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification * Supportive management team and structured working environment * Excellent career progression opportunities The Role As the Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and day-to-day management of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance are maintained. Your responsibilities will include: * Leading the day-to-day operation of the children's home * Creating a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for children and young people * Recruiting, mentoring, and developing a high-performing staff team * Ensuring full compliance with Ofsted regulations, safeguarding legislation, and company policies * Managing staff performance, quality assurance, and continuous service improvement * Building positive relationships with children, families, social workers, and external professionals * Driving the home towards Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes * About You Essential Requirements * Minimum 3 years' experience in a senior role within a children's residential EBD setting * Previous leadership or management experience within a children's home * Experience of Ofsted registrations, inspections, or both * Strong understanding of safeguarding, children's legislation, and Ofsted regulations * Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or an equivalent recognised qualification) * Hold or be willing to complete the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management * Full UK Driving Licence * Right to work in the UK (No sponsorship available) Desirable * 5+ years' experience within children's residential care * Experience supporting children with emotional and behavioural needs * Proven track record of achieving or maintaining Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings