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Permanent

Registered Manager

LJ Recruitment
Leicester
money-bag £51500 - £60000/annum Bonus
Posted: 09 June 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 09 July 2026
Ref: 225224980

Registered Manager - Children''s Residential Home

Location: Leicester, LE3
Salary: Up to -60,000 per annum, dependent on skills, qualifications and experience, plus a -7,500 welcome bonus



About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead a children''s residential home in Leicester, LE3 8HA. This role is ideal for a dedicated professional who is committed to providing exceptional care and creating a nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive.

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the home provides high-quality care, promotes positive outcomes, and operates in full compliance with regulatory requirements.



Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a warm, welcoming, and supportive residential home environment.
  • Ensure compliance with Children''s Homes Regulations and all relevant legislation.
  • Deliver high-quality care that supports children and young people to achieve positive outcomes.
  • Lead, motivate, and develop a dedicated team of residential care professionals.
  • Manage budgets, resources, and the overall operation of the home.
  • Safeguard children and young people, working closely with external professionals and stakeholders.
  • Drive continuous improvement and ensure the home''s aims and objectives are consistently achieved.
  • Promote a positive culture that empowers young people and supports their individual needs and aspirations.


Requirements

  • Extensive experience in children''s residential care management.
  • Previous experience working within a Learning Disabilities (LD) and/or Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) setting is desirable.
  • Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, regulatory requirements, and safeguarding procedures.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
  • A commitment to creating a nurturing and empowering environment for children and young people.
  • NVQ/QCF Level 3 Diploma for the Children''s and Young People''s Workforce (or equivalent).
  • QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or willingness to work towards this qualification.
  • Full UK driving licence.


Benefits

  • -7,500 welcome bonus.
  • Competitive salary package.
  • Real Living Wage employer.
  • Christmas bonus.
  • Generous employee referral scheme.
  • Access to employee discount programmes, including retail, dining, and gym memberships.
  • Financial wellbeing support services.
  • Life assurance.
  • Comprehensive induction programme.
  • Ongoing training, professional development, and high-quality CPD opportunities.
  • Therapeutic training and specialist support programmes.
  • Employee Assistance Programme providing free and confidential support.
  • Strong wellbeing focus and supportive leadership team.
  • Opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation.

If you are passionate about making a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people and have the skills and experience to lead a residential home successfully, we would love to hear from you.

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