*Registered Manager - Children’s Residential Services*

*Locations:* Nottingham • Barnsley • Pontefract
*Agency:* Frank & Partners (recruiting on behalf of our client)

Who we are

*Frank & Partners* is a specialist recruitment partner in health & social care. We place leaders who lift standards, protect outcomes, and build teams that last.

What we do

We’re helping a trusted provider hire a *Registered Manager* to run a children’s home to an outstanding standard, safe, therapeutic, and fully compliant with *Ofsted SCCIF* and all relevant regulations.

Who we do it for

Young people who need stability, safety, and skilled care. You’ll lead and develop a team to meet their *physical, psychological, emotional, and social* needs, with clear values, structure, and warmth.

What you’ll be responsible for (full scope)

*Care, quality & compliance*

* Full day-to-day accountability for the home; deliver high-quality care aligned to legislation, *Ofsted SCCIF*, and organisational policies.
* Champion safeguarding; embed anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
* Health & Safety compliance; ensure staff are trained and confident.
* Keep accurate records for children and staff; run monitoring and evaluation systems.
* Produce management information; collect and return required statistics.
* Innovate practice and introduce new, evidence-based approaches in the home.
* Attend, prepare for, and *chair* internal/external meetings; write concise, evaluative reports; oversee all written communications.
* *On-call* on a rota; undertake *sleep-ins* if needed to cover shortfalls.
* Make sound decisions; oversee *admissions and discharges*.
* Lead change and communicate a clear vision aligned with the organisation’s ethos.
* Hold (or be willing to work towards) *Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management* (Children & Young People).

*People leadership (HR)*

* Lead recruitment; ensure all checks are complete.
* Deliver thorough *inductions*, regular *supervision*, and *appraisals*.
* Own CPD: track mandatory training and skill development for the whole team.
* Build and maintain effective *rotas*; approve *monthly expenses*.
* Investigate grievances, complaints, and disciplinaries in line with policy.

*Finance, premises & resources*

* Monitor the service *budget* and transactions; meet financial targets.
* Ensure the building and equipment meet maintenance and safety requirements.

*External relationships*

* Positively represent the organisation with external agencies and the public.
* Liaise with *commissioners/referrals managers* on placements.
* Attend and contribute to *psychotherapy leadership & management forums*; lead these meetings within your team.

*What good looks like (attributes)*

* Real enthusiasm for high-quality care and education.
* Proven team leadership and performance management.
* Strong safeguarding knowledge and practice.
* Understanding of the needs of vulnerable young people.
* Calm, safe working practice; emotionally resilient with challenging behaviour.
* Clear professional boundaries; respect for authority and confidentiality.
* A genuine commitment to equality, inclusion, and anti-discriminatory practice.
* Builds effective relationships with colleagues, young people, and partner agencies.
* *Full UK driving licence* and access to suitable transport.
* Flexible, reliable, and an active contributor to management forums, policies, and practice development.

*What’s in it for you (package & rewards)*

* *25 days’ annual leave + 8 bank holidays*
* *£3,000 bonus* for *Outstanding* Ofsted reports
* *Full Occupancy Bonus - £400 per month*
* *On-call payments:* £25 (weekdays) / £35 (weekends)
* *Employee discount scheme* & *company pension*
* *Petrol allowance*
* Real autonomy, visible impact, and the backing of a skilled senior team

*Why it matters*

The right Registered Manager changes lives: safer homes, steadier teams, better outcomes. Your leadership will set the tone for consistency, compassion, and growth for staff and for every young person in your care.

*Ready to lead?*

Send your CV or reach out for a confidential chat.
*Frank & Partners - * placing leaders who make a difference.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £50,500.00-£55,800.00 per year

Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Store discount

Application question(s):
* Do you currently hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Children and Young People’s Services, or are you working towards it?
* Please describe your experience managing or deputising in a children’s residential home

Work Location: In person

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