Location: Longton, Preston
Salary: Circa £50,000 per annum up to £55 maximum
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours/week (flexible working available)
We’re looking for a Registered Manager to lead the launch of a brand-new children’s residential care home supporting up to 3 children and young people with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health needs.
This is a unique opportunity to shape a service from the ground up and be a key figure in delivering impactful, high-quality, trauma-informed care.
What We Offer:
- £50,000 salary (circa)
- 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
- Contributory pension scheme
- 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
- Extensive learning and development pathways (including leadership training and formal qualifications)
- Exclusive employee discounts across retail, leisure, and lifestyle
Your Responsibilities:
- Lead and develop a new Ofsted-registered home supporting 3 children with complex needs
- Create and maintain a positive, therapeutic, trauma-informed environment
- Manage staffing, rotas, budgets, and care planning
- Supervise and mentor a committed care team
- Ensure full compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding standards
- Build strong external relationships with families and partner agencies
What We’re Looking For:
- Minimum Level 5 or working towards Diploma in Leadership & Management
- At least 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager in children’s residential care
- In-depth understanding of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding frameworks
- Proven track record supporting young people with LD, autism or mental health needs
- Inspiring leadership and team development capabilities
- Passion to build something meaningful from the ground up
