Registered Manager – Leading a 7-Bed HomeBlackpool
Bonus: £62,000 base + bonuses (£76K+ total package potential)
7-bed HSB children’s home in Blackpool – settled service with 5 young people currently aged 12–17, ready for strong, values-led leadership.
This is a key leadership role within a well-established home, offering the chance to guide a team through improvement with structure and backing. The home has recently moved from “Good” to “Requires Improvement” – now with a clear plan, committed senior leadership, and stable placements in place.
About the Role:
• Lead the day-to-day management of a 7-bed HSB home
• Provide calm, focused leadership with trauma-informed oversight
• Embed reflective practice and support staff development
• Drive quality improvement with full backing from the wider organisation
• Hold registration with Ofsted, with support through the process if not already held
What Makes This Opportunity Different:
• Senior leadership support from an experienced Responsible Individual
• Clear, achievable improvement plan already underway
• Generous bonus structure focused on outcomes, not overload
• Strong team culture and low staff turnover
• Realistic expectations and protected support for inspection preparation
About You:
Experience & Qualifications:
• Level 5 in Leadership for Residential Childcare (or working towards)• 2+ years in a Registered Manager role or equivalent experience in the last 5 years
• Background in HSB or complex care preferred
Personal Qualities:
• Calm, emotionally resilient, and values-driven
• Skilled at building strong teams and positive cultures
• Clear, reflective, and consistent in your leadership approach
Why Join:
• £62,000 base salary + bonuses– £5K Ofsted registration bonus– Up to £10K annual occupancy & inspection bonuses (biannual + performance-based)
• Real opportunity to turn a home around with support
• Senior leadership with a track record of retention and ethical practice
• A provider committed to sustainability, not sacrifice
