Ribble Recruitment are recruiting for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager or Deputy Manager to lead a newly established children’s residential home. This is an exciting opportunity to develop a home, embedding a strong culture of safeguarding, high standards, and child-centred care.
The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in shaping the service, recruiting and developing a skilled team, and creating a safe, nurturing, and aspirational environment where children and young people can thrive.
Key Responsibilities
*Lead the Ofsted registration process and maintain ongoing regulatory compliance
*Ensure the home meets the Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
*Provide strong, values-led leadership, supervision, and development for staff
*Promote positive behaviour support and trauma-informed care
*Ensure robust safeguarding and safer recruitment practices are embedded
*Build positive professional relationships with children, families, and external stakeholders
*Confidently lead the home through Ofsted inspections, driving continuous improvement
About You
You will:
*Hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) or working towards
*Have a minimum of 3 years’ experience in a children’s residential setting within the last 5 years
*Have experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager
*Demonstrate strong knowledge of Ofsted frameworks, regulations, and inspection requirements
*Be confident in opening and developing a new service
*Be resilient, child-focused, and committed to achieving positive outcomes
What’s on Offer
*Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
*Full support throughout the Ofsted registration process
*Opportunity to shape policies, culture, and practice from the outset
*Supportive leadership and Responsible Individual
*Ongoing training and professional development
*A genuine opportunity to make a lasting difference from day one
If this role is of interest, please click to apply or send your CV to the email provided