Registered Manager – Residential Children's Home (Ofsted Registered) Location: Blackburn (4-bedded Short Break Children's Service)

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants. Salary: £55,000–£65,000 per annum Hours: Monday–Friday, with flexibility to respond to urgent out-of-hours calls About the Role We are seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a new 4-bedded residential children's home, providing short-break care for children with complex needs. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a new service, deliver outstanding care, and make a real difference in the lives of children. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the home, ensuring care aligns with the service's values and statement of purpose. Oversee daily operations and maintain the highest standards of care and safeguarding. Inspire, support, and develop your team through supervision, training, and professional development. Foster a positive, child-focused team culture. Build strong relationships with children, staff, and external stakeholders. Ensure full compliance with Ofsted standards, Children's Homes Regulations, and all relevant legislation. The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Essential: Level 5 Diploma in Children and Young People – Residential Childcare Ofsted Registered Minimum 2 years' experience managing a residential children's home Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and child care legislation Commitment to championing children's rights and improving outcomes for looked-after children Resilience and professionalism under pressure Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Desirable: Experience of Ofsted inspections, achieving “Good” or “Outstanding” Experience supporting children with complex social, emotional, and learning needs Knowledge of trauma-informed or therapeutic care models Why Join: Comprehensive Benefits: Career development, funded training, pension, referral bonuses, social events, and employee support programmes. Meaningful Work: Make a lasting impact on the lives of children. Supportive Environment: Join a positive, team-focused workplace. Growth Opportunities: Structured training and professional development. xehkeey Apply Today This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Registered Manager to lead a new residential children's home and shape a high-quality service.