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Children\'s Home Registered Manager


Company : Opus Enterprise Ltd T/A Real Recruitment


Location : Huddersfield, Yorkshire and the Humber


Created : 2025-12-14


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Registered Manager Childrens Residential Home (New Home) Huddersfield (Prime location with excellent transport links) 55,000Scroll down the page to see all associated job requirements, and any responsibilities successful candidates can expect.- 60,000 per annum (negotiable for an exceptional candidate) Performance Bonus Permanent, Full-Time A Rare Opportunity to Build Your Legacy We are offering a truly unique and rare opportunity for an exceptional Children's Home Manageror a high-potential Deputy ready to step upto build a brand new, outstanding-rated home from the ground up.This is your chance to define what exceptional care looks like.This isn't a role where you inherit legacy issues.This is your chance to build a legacy of your own.You will have the autonomy and support to: Design and Implement Your Vision: Create a therapeutic, nurturing environment based on your professional philosophy and best practice.Recruit and Shape Your Ideal Team: Build a dedicated, skilled team from scratch, with a guaranteed industry-leading staff-to-child ratio.Establish a Gold-Standard Culture: From day one, embed a culture of safety, respect, and aspiration that allows young people to flourish.Lead with Impact: Take full operational responsibility for a new service, ensuring compliance with The Children's Homes Regulations and achieving outstanding outcomes.For ambitious Deputy Managers: This role comes with a dedicated, structured mentoring programme from our experienced leadership team to support your transition into management and your Ofsted registration.What We're Looking For: Essential: A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Registered Manager or 3-4 years as a Deputy Manager within a home rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by Ofsted.Essential: A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) or a committed plan to achieve this qualification.Essential: A proven passion for creating therapeutic environments and a strong understanding of relevant legislation (The Children Act 1989, safeguarding).Essential: Full UK Driving Licence.The Vision: The leadership skills, creativity, and integrity to build something exceptional.Why Join Us? Our Commitment to You We don't just offer a job; we offer a partnership to build a legacy.In return for your expertise and vision, we provide: Unrivalled Opportunity: The professional freedom to create and lead your own service without legacy issues.Competitive Remuneration Package: A negotiable salary of 55,000- 60,000.2,000 Registration Bonus: Payable upon successful registration of the new home with Ofsted.5,000 Ofsted Outcome Bonus: Awarded for achieving a 'Good' or 'Outstanding' rating in your first Ofsted inspection.Comprehensive Support: Full backing from an experienced leadership team and robust operational support from HR, Quality, and Compliance.Industry-Leading Benefits Package: Generous Holiday Allowance: 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).Professional Development: Commitment to ongoing training, including support for Level 7 and therapeutic qualifications.Health & Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), cashback health plan, and life assurance. xjdpvnf Financial Benefits: Company pension scheme and a generous employee referral scheme (500).Practical Perks: Free on-site parking, flexitime, and a supportive on-call system.If you are a visionary leader ready to build a home where young people can truly thrive, we would love to hear from you.