Job Details:
Registered Manager Ofsted
Company
Potens UK
Location
Longton
Salary
£50,000 - £50,000
Job Ref.
60617
Job Type
Permanent
Date posted
17/07/2025
Benefits
Contact
Job Title: Registered Manager
Location: Longton, Preston
Reports to: Regional Manager / Responsible Individual
Salary Band: Circa £50,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (flexible working arrangements considered)
Service Type: Ofsted-Registered Children’s Residential Care (3-bed service)
Regulatory Body: Ofsted
Job Purpose
The Registered Manager will be responsible for the overall management, development, and delivery of a new residential care service for children and young people with learning disabilities, autism, and/or mental health needs. The role includes ensuring the service operates in full compliance with Ofsted regulations and delivers high standards of person-centred, trauma-informed care that promote safety, wellbeing, and positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
- Oversee the day-to-day operations of the residential home.
- Ensure that all statutory and regulatory requirements are met, including Ofsted standards and safeguarding legislation.
- Maintain and monitor internal systems to manage care planning, risk assessments, record-keeping, and quality assurance.
- Work with senior management to ensure the home meets and exceeds internal KPIs and regulatory expectations.
Care Quality and Compliance
- Lead the implementation of care models that support children with complex needs, ensuring all practices are person-centred and outcomes-focused.
- Work collaboratively with a Consultant Psychotherapist to embed trauma-informed care principles.
- Conduct regular audits, reviews, and inspections to maintain quality and compliance.
- Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections, including ensuring readiness and follow-up on required actions.
Staff Management
- Recruit, induct, and manage a team of residential support staff, ensuring appropriate staffing levels at all times.
- Develop staff performance through regular supervision, appraisals, mentoring, and training.
- Build a positive team culture with a strong emphasis on accountability, professional development, and reflective practice.
- Promote the professional development of staff, ensuring mandatory and specialist training needs are met.
Safeguarding and Risk Management
- Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the home.
- Ensure robust safeguarding procedures are in place, followed, and reviewed regularly.
- Manage and respond to incidents, complaints, and safeguarding concerns in line with policy and legislation.
- Conduct and oversee risk assessments for children and the service environment.
Child-Centred Practice
- Ensure the emotional, social, educational, and health needs of each child are met through effective planning and intervention.
- Develop and implement individual care plans in collaboration with social workers, families, and other professionals.
- Promote stability, attachment, and resilience through therapeutic approaches.
- Support children to develop independent living skills and access community resources.
Budget and Resource Management
- Manage the home’s allocated budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising quality of care.
- Oversee procurement and maintenance of equipment, supplies, and premises.
Partnership and Communication
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with families, local authorities, schools, CAMHS, and other external agencies.
- Represent the organisation at professional meetings, case reviews, and panels.
- Ensure timely and effective communication with all stakeholders, including written reports and updates.
Person Specification
Essential:
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care and Children and Young People's Services (or working towards).
- Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager in a children’s residential setting.
- In-depth knowledge of Ofsted standards, Children’s Homes Regulations (2015), and safeguarding legislation.
- Proven experience supporting children with learning disabilities, autism, or mental health challenges.
- Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage challenging behaviour and complex needs within a trauma-informed framework.
Desirable:
- Experience in setting up or opening a new residential care home.
- Therapeutic or clinical training relevant to children’s services.
- Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) or similar approaches.
Additional Requirements
- Subject to enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
- Must be able to register with Ofsted as the Registered Manager.
- Flexible to work occasional evenings, weekends, and participate in on-call duties if required.
- Full UK driving licence preferred.