Cucumber Recruitment is proud to be recruiting on behalf of an established and expanding children's residential care provider for an experienced Registered Manager to oversee two children's homes in the Wigan area.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established organisation with an excellent reputation, multiple homes across the North West, ambitious growth plans and a strong commitment to delivering exceptional outcomes for children and young people.

If you're an experienced Registered Manager looking for a fresh challenge with genuine career progression, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

As the Registered Manager, you'll have overall responsibility for the leadership, management and regulatory compliance of two children's residential homes.

Working alongside the Responsible Individual and senior leadership team, you'll ensure the homes continue to provide safe, therapeutic, child-centred care whilst maintaining full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015, Quality Standards and Ofsted requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Register with Ofsted as the Registered Manager.
• Lead and inspire a multidisciplinary residential care team.
• Ensure full compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Maintain and improve Ofsted inspection outcomes.
• Drive a culture of safeguarding, child-centred care and continuous improvement.
• Oversee admissions, matching and placement stability.
• Ensure robust care planning, risk assessments and behaviour support plans are in place.
• Recruit, induct, supervise, develop and performance manage staff.
• Promote positive outcomes across education, emotional wellbeing, health and independence.
• Manage safeguarding concerns, incidents, complaints and medication processes.
• Develop strong relationships with Local Authorities, Social Workers, Ofsted, education providers, healthcare professionals and families.
• Monitor budgets, staffing levels, occupancy and service performance.
• Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections and Regulation 44 requirements.
• Maintain accurate records, audits and compliance documentation.

About You

Essential

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager within a children's residential home.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards where appropriate).
• Minimum of two years' management experience within children's residential care.
• Excellent knowledge of:
• • Children's Homes Regulations (2015)
  • Quality Standards
  • Ofsted Inspection Framework
  • Safeguarding legislation
• Proven ability to lead and motivate high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Experience managing dual registration.
• Track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted inspections.
• Experience supporting the development or opening of new children's homes.

Rewards & Benefits

• Salary of £60,000–£70,000 depending on experience.
• Performance/Ofsted bonus.
• Career progression within a growing organisation.
• Ongoing CPD and funded training.
• Supportive senior leadership team.
• Opportunity to influence and develop high-quality children's services.
• Be part of an organisation investing in new homes and future growth.

Why Apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing children's residential provider with a strong reputation for quality care and ambitious expansion plans across the North West.

You'll have the autonomy to lead your service while receiving excellent support from an experienced senior leadership team and genuine opportunities to progress your career.