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Registered Manager

LJ Recruitment
Leicester Full-time GBP 51,500 – 60,000
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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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