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Registered Manager - Specialist Solo Children's Home

Care First UK Recruitment Solutions
Kettering
money-bag £60000 - £65000/annum
Posted: 14 September 2026 (Today)
Closing date: 14 October 2026
Ref: 225604552

Location: Nottingham | Salary  up to £60k-65k + Benefits | Permanent

Lead a Specialist Children''s Home and Make a Real Difference

We are seeking an experienced and confident Registered Manager to lead our first specialist solo children''s home, supporting young people with complex and high-risk needs.

This is a unique opportunity to join an ambitious organisation at the beginning of its journey, helping to create safe, stable and high-quality homes where children can thrive.

About the Role

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership of a specialist solo home, ensuring outstanding care, safeguarding and regulatory compliance at all times.

You will play a key role in establishing the service, leading the home through Ofsted registration and inspection, and developing a highly skilled team capable of supporting young people with complex needs, including those subject to court-authorised restrictions or Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) arrangements.

What We''re Looking For

  • Experience managing or deputising within a children''s residential home
  • Strong knowledge of safeguarding, risk management and Ofsted regulations
  • Experience supporting children with complex or high-risk needs
  • Ability to lead, motivate and develop an exceptional staff team
  • Experience managing regulatory compliance and quality standards
  • Confidence leading a home through Ofsted registration and inspections
  • Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification, or willingness to work towards it
  • Passion for delivering outstanding outcomes for children and young people

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to lead our first specialist solo home
  • Be part of an ambitious organisation with plans for future growth
  • Work closely with an experienced leadership team
  • Shape a service from the very beginning
  • Make a lasting difference to vulnerable children''s lives

If you''re a dedicated Registered Manager who is passionate about providing exceptional care and leadership, we''d love to hear from you.

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