Deputy Manager

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home

Brand New Children's Home | 3-4 Bed

Full-Time, Permanent

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Manager or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to take the next step to lead a newly established children's residential home. This is a rare opportunity to open, register, and shape a home from the ground up, embedding high standards of safeguarding, care, and child-centred practice from day one. You will be fully supported throughout the registration and development process and given the autonomy to build a strong, values-led service.

• Lead or support the Ofsted registration process and maintain ongoing compliance
• Ensure the home meets the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
• Provide strong leadership, supervision, and development to the staff team
• Promote positive behaviour support and trauma-informed care
• Ensure safeguarding and safer recruitment practices are robust and embedded
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and external professionals
• Confidently support and lead the home through Ofsted inspections
• Drive continuous improvement to achieve high-quality outcomes

• Hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) or equivalent (or be working towards)
• Have a minimum of 2 years' experience in a children's residential setting within the last 5 years
• Be an existing Deputy Manager ready to progress, or an experienced Registered Manager
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of Ofsted frameworks and regulatory requirements
• Be confident in supporting the opening and development of a new service
• Be resilient, child-focused, and values-led in your approach

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
• Full support and mentoring through the Ofsted registration process
• A genuine opportunity to step up into a Registered Manager role
• The chance to shape policies, culture, and practice from the outset
• Supportive leadership and Responsible Individual
• Ongoing training, coaching, and professional development
• The opportunity to make a real and lasting difference from day one