Registered Manager - Children & Young People's Residential Care

Are you a dynamic leader passionate about transforming lives?
We're seeking a Registered Manager to oversee our high-quality residential homes for children and young people with complex needs in Preston. This isn't just a management role, it's an opportunity to lead with purpose, shape exceptional care, and inspire a team dedicated to creating safe, nurturing environments where young people thrive.

£45,000-£50,000 per annum DOE
+ £7,000 annual bonus potential (Ofsted, retention, occupancy, and more)
Full-time | Permanent | Free Parking | Enhanced Benefits

Your Impact:
* Lead and mentor a dedicated team, fostering a culture of compassion, accountability, and excellence in line with Ofsted standards.

* Drive outstanding care-ensure individual care plans, safeguarding, and behaviour management strategies empower young people to build brighter futures.

* Shape the service's growth as part of our expansion, with autonomy to innovate while maintaining compliance.

* Champion inclusivity-create a home where diversity is celebrated, voices are heard, and every child feels valued.

* Balance budgets, rotas, and resources without compromising quality, ensuring staff and young people have what they need to succeed.

Your Experience:
* NVQ Level 4/5 in Leadership & Management (CYP) or equivalent (e.g., DipSW, CMS, CQSW).

* Proven senior leadership in children's residential care, with expertise in Ofsted compliance and safeguarding.

* A natural motivator-you develop teams through supervision, training, and hands-on support.

* Resilient and visionary-you balance policy with creativity to deliver life-changing outcomes.

* Full UK driving license (flexibility for on-call/cover is essential).

Why You'll Love This Role:
* Bonus potential: Earn up to £7,000 extra annually for your dedication.

* Growth: Lead a service where your ideas influence strategic decisions.

* Support: Join an ambitious organisation invested in your professional journey.

* Rewards: Competitive salary, pension, referral bonuses, and the knowledge that every day matters.

This is your chance to lead with heart, where management meets meaningful change.

Ready to step up? Send your CV to Ashlly.Ally@search.co.uk to apply or via the link.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.