Registered Manager
Posted on Jun 3, 2026 by CV-Library
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£55k - £60k Annual
Full-Time
Registered Manager
Stoke on Trent
Full Time
£55-60k plus bonuses
We are looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Registered Manager to lead our established 4-bed children's residential home in Lightwood, Stoke-on-Trent. Our home is already registered with Ofsted and proud to hold a Good rating — a testament to the dedication of our existing team and the quality of care we provide.
As Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the safety, wellbeing and development of the young people in our care. You will lead, inspire and develop a skilled staff team, whilst maintaining and building upon our strong Ofsted rating.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strong, visible leadership to the staff team, fostering a culture of high standards, respect and continuous improvement
Ensure full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Ofsted quality standards framework
Develop, implement and review individual care plans, risk assessments and placement plans for each young person
Build and maintain positive relationships with young people, their families, placing authorities and external professionals
Manage budgets, rotas, staffing levels and HR matters including supervision, appraisals and performance management
Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times, acting as designated safeguarding lead
Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections, maintaining accurate records and evidence of outcomes
Drive quality assurance, undertaking regular audits and implementing learning from incidents and complaints Essential Requirements
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards, with commitment to complete)
Minimum 2 years' experience in a senior role within children's residential care
Full understanding of the Children Act 1989, Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and relevant legislation
Proven track record of achieving positive Ofsted outcomes
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Full UK driving licence Desirable
Experience managing a home for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) or trauma backgrounds
Training in therapeutic approaches such as PACE, Dyadic Developmental Practice or similar
Experience of Ofsted inspections as the Registered Manager What we can offer
Competitive salary, dependent on experience and qualifications
Company pensions scheme
Dedicated senior management support
28 days annual leave
Funded CPD and training
Employee Assistance Programme If you have the relevant experience and are based in the Stoke on Trent area and would like to learn more, then please contact SaferHandSolutions and ask for Anna Ashley. Alternatively, submit your application for consideration.
Please note, SaferHandCare are acting as an employment agency on behalf of a client and by applying you agree to register with us and for us to hold your details on file. Due to the volume of applications, we will only contact applicants who have been successfully shortlisted but may contact you in regards to any other suitable vacancies
Stoke on Trent
Full Time
£55-60k plus bonuses
We are looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Registered Manager to lead our established 4-bed children's residential home in Lightwood, Stoke-on-Trent. Our home is already registered with Ofsted and proud to hold a Good rating — a testament to the dedication of our existing team and the quality of care we provide.
As Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the safety, wellbeing and development of the young people in our care. You will lead, inspire and develop a skilled staff team, whilst maintaining and building upon our strong Ofsted rating.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strong, visible leadership to the staff team, fostering a culture of high standards, respect and continuous improvement
Ensure full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Ofsted quality standards framework
Develop, implement and review individual care plans, risk assessments and placement plans for each young person
Build and maintain positive relationships with young people, their families, placing authorities and external professionals
Manage budgets, rotas, staffing levels and HR matters including supervision, appraisals and performance management
Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times, acting as designated safeguarding lead
Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections, maintaining accurate records and evidence of outcomes
Drive quality assurance, undertaking regular audits and implementing learning from incidents and complaints Essential Requirements
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards, with commitment to complete)
Minimum 2 years' experience in a senior role within children's residential care
Full understanding of the Children Act 1989, Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and relevant legislation
Proven track record of achieving positive Ofsted outcomes
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Full UK driving licence Desirable
Experience managing a home for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) or trauma backgrounds
Training in therapeutic approaches such as PACE, Dyadic Developmental Practice or similar
Experience of Ofsted inspections as the Registered Manager What we can offer
Competitive salary, dependent on experience and qualifications
Company pensions scheme
Dedicated senior management support
28 days annual leave
Funded CPD and training
Employee Assistance Programme If you have the relevant experience and are based in the Stoke on Trent area and would like to learn more, then please contact SaferHandSolutions and ask for Anna Ashley. Alternatively, submit your application for consideration.
Please note, SaferHandCare are acting as an employment agency on behalf of a client and by applying you agree to register with us and for us to hold your details on file. Due to the volume of applications, we will only contact applicants who have been successfully shortlisted but may contact you in regards to any other suitable vacancies
Reference: 225194586
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Registered Manager
Posted on Jun 3, 2026 by CV-Library
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, United Kingdom
Social Care
Immediate Start
£55k - £60k Annual
Full-Time
Registered Manager
Stoke on Trent
Full Time
£55-60k plus bonuses
We are looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Registered Manager to lead our established 4-bed children's residential home in Lightwood, Stoke-on-Trent. Our home is already registered with Ofsted and proud to hold a Good rating — a testament to the dedication of our existing team and the quality of care we provide.
As Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the safety, wellbeing and development of the young people in our care. You will lead, inspire and develop a skilled staff team, whilst maintaining and building upon our strong Ofsted rating.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strong, visible leadership to the staff team, fostering a culture of high standards, respect and continuous improvement
Ensure full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Ofsted quality standards framework
Develop, implement and review individual care plans, risk assessments and placement plans for each young person
Build and maintain positive relationships with young people, their families, placing authorities and external professionals
Manage budgets, rotas, staffing levels and HR matters including supervision, appraisals and performance management
Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times, acting as designated safeguarding lead
Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections, maintaining accurate records and evidence of outcomes
Drive quality assurance, undertaking regular audits and implementing learning from incidents and complaints Essential Requirements
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards, with commitment to complete)
Minimum 2 years' experience in a senior role within children's residential care
Full understanding of the Children Act 1989, Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and relevant legislation
Proven track record of achieving positive Ofsted outcomes
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Full UK driving licence Desirable
Experience managing a home for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) or trauma backgrounds
Training in therapeutic approaches such as PACE, Dyadic Developmental Practice or similar
Experience of Ofsted inspections as the Registered Manager What we can offer
Competitive salary, dependent on experience and qualifications
Company pensions scheme
Dedicated senior management support
28 days annual leave
Funded CPD and training
Employee Assistance Programme If you have the relevant experience and are based in the Stoke on Trent area and would like to learn more, then please contact SaferHandSolutions and ask for Anna Ashley. Alternatively, submit your application for consideration.
Please note, SaferHandCare are acting as an employment agency on behalf of a client and by applying you agree to register with us and for us to hold your details on file. Due to the volume of applications, we will only contact applicants who have been successfully shortlisted but may contact you in regards to any other suitable vacancies
Stoke on Trent
Full Time
£55-60k plus bonuses
We are looking for an experienced, passionate and dedicated Registered Manager to lead our established 4-bed children's residential home in Lightwood, Stoke-on-Trent. Our home is already registered with Ofsted and proud to hold a Good rating — a testament to the dedication of our existing team and the quality of care we provide.
As Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the safety, wellbeing and development of the young people in our care. You will lead, inspire and develop a skilled staff team, whilst maintaining and building upon our strong Ofsted rating.
Key Responsibilities
Provide strong, visible leadership to the staff team, fostering a culture of high standards, respect and continuous improvement
Ensure full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Ofsted quality standards framework
Develop, implement and review individual care plans, risk assessments and placement plans for each young person
Build and maintain positive relationships with young people, their families, placing authorities and external professionals
Manage budgets, rotas, staffing levels and HR matters including supervision, appraisals and performance management
Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times, acting as designated safeguarding lead
Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections, maintaining accurate records and evidence of outcomes
Drive quality assurance, undertaking regular audits and implementing learning from incidents and complaints Essential Requirements
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards, with commitment to complete)
Minimum 2 years' experience in a senior role within children's residential care
Full understanding of the Children Act 1989, Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and relevant legislation
Proven track record of achieving positive Ofsted outcomes
Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)
Full UK driving licence Desirable
Experience managing a home for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) or trauma backgrounds
Training in therapeutic approaches such as PACE, Dyadic Developmental Practice or similar
Experience of Ofsted inspections as the Registered Manager What we can offer
Competitive salary, dependent on experience and qualifications
Company pensions scheme
Dedicated senior management support
28 days annual leave
Funded CPD and training
Employee Assistance Programme If you have the relevant experience and are based in the Stoke on Trent area and would like to learn more, then please contact SaferHandSolutions and ask for Anna Ashley. Alternatively, submit your application for consideration.
Please note, SaferHandCare are acting as an employment agency on behalf of a client and by applying you agree to register with us and for us to hold your details on file. Due to the volume of applications, we will only contact applicants who have been successfully shortlisted but may contact you in regards to any other suitable vacancies
Reference: 225194586
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