Location: Levenshulme, Manchester
Salary: £49,500 - £53,500 p/a
Performance Bonus: up to £11,000
Job Type: Full-time
About the Role
We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Ofsted Registered Manager to lead the launch of a brand-new children’s residential home for young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). This is a unique opportunity to shape a nurturing, stable, and inspiring environment from day one.
As the Registered Manager, you will oversee the full setup of the home, guide the Ofsted registration process, and establish a culture of safety, compassion, and growth. Your leadership will help create a space where children feel valued, supported, and able to thrive.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the setup and development of a new EBD children’s home
- Manage the Ofsted registration process and ensure regulatory compliance
- Create a safe, structured, and supportive environment for young people
- Provide strong, values-driven leadership to a developing staff team
- Oversee care planning, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures
- Build a positive culture that promotes emotional wellbeing and personal growth
What We’re Looking For
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in residential childcare
- At least 1 year of children’s home management experience
- Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and quality standards
- Compassionate, resilient leadership style with a child-centred approach
- Full UK Driving Licence (required)
Why Join Us?
This role offers the chance to make a real and lasting difference in the lives of young people. You’ll join a supportive, close-knit team and contribute to the foundation of a home built on warmth, stability, and positive outcomes.
Benefits & Rewards
- Bonus scheme, commission, loyalty bonus and yearly performance rewards
- Casual dress and supportive working culture
- Company pension
- Childcare support
- Discounted or free food
- Bereavement leave
- On-site parking
- Store discounts
- Employee mentoring programme
- Financial planning support
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Gym membership
- Referral programme
- Regular company events
Apply today and help shape a brand-new children’s home from the ground up.