Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home
£45,000 - £55,000 yearly
- Brighter Horizons Care & Support Ltd
- Liverpool, ENG, United Kingdom
- 24 Feb, 2026
Job Description
*Lead with Compassion. Inspire Change.*
At Brighter Horizons Care & Support (BHCS), we are passionate about giving children and young people the stability, care, and opportunity they deserve. As a *Registered Manager*, this will be a New 4 bed home, you will lead from the front — shaping the culture, quality, and direction of a home where young people can heal, grow, and succeed.
We are a small, family-run organisation — not a corporate chain. Our approach is personal, values-led, and centred on providing real care, not just ticking boxes. If you are an experienced, qualified Registered Manager ready to lead a service with integrity and ambition, this is your opportunity to make a genuine difference while being valued and supported.
*Your Role*
As the Registered Manager, you will:
* Hold full responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and management of the home.
* Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, Children’s Homes Regulations, and safeguarding legislation.
* Lead, inspire, and develop a committed residential care team.
* Promote a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach that places the child at the centre of all practice.
* Oversee care planning, risk assessments, and placement matching to ensure positive outcomes.
* Manage budgets, staffing structures, rotas, and supervisions effectively.
* Drive continuous improvement through audits, monitoring, and reflective practice.
* Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections.
* Build strong, professional relationships with placing authorities, families, and external agencies.
*About You*
We are looking for a passionate and experienced leader who shares our ethos of compassion, accountability, and high standards.
You *will* have:
* *Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (essential).*
* Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within an Ofsted-regulated children’s home.
* Strong knowledge of Ofsted Quality Standards and Children’s Homes Regulations.
* Proven leadership and staff development experience.
* A track record of achieving positive inspection outcomes.
* Excellent organisational and communication skills.
* A calm, reflective leadership style.
* Full UK driving licence.
*Why Work With BHCS?*
We believe in looking after our leaders as much as our young people. You will be part of a supportive, close-knit organisation where your voice matters and your leadership makes a direct impact.
We offer:
* Competitive salary
* Monday–Friday 9–5 working pattern
* On-call responsibilities paid in addition
* Overtime and sleep-in payments (where applicable)
* Supportive and accessible senior leadership
* Genuine progression opportunities as we expand
* Wellbeing and reflective practice support
* Recognition for your dedication and achievements
*Essential Requirements:*
* NVQ Level 5 in leadership and management
* Deputy (Senior position is allowed if the organisation doesn't run Deputy Managers) or Registered management experience for at least 2 years.
Click apply
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £55,000.00 per year - Dependant on Experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Free parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Liverpool: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* children's residential care: 3 years (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* qualification in Leadership and Management, Level 5 (required)
* Full UK Driving License (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
At Brighter Horizons Care & Support (BHCS), we are passionate about giving children and young people the stability, care, and opportunity they deserve. As a *Registered Manager*, this will be a New 4 bed home, you will lead from the front — shaping the culture, quality, and direction of a home where young people can heal, grow, and succeed.
We are a small, family-run organisation — not a corporate chain. Our approach is personal, values-led, and centred on providing real care, not just ticking boxes. If you are an experienced, qualified Registered Manager ready to lead a service with integrity and ambition, this is your opportunity to make a genuine difference while being valued and supported.
*Your Role*
As the Registered Manager, you will:
* Hold full responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and management of the home.
* Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, Children’s Homes Regulations, and safeguarding legislation.
* Lead, inspire, and develop a committed residential care team.
* Promote a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach that places the child at the centre of all practice.
* Oversee care planning, risk assessments, and placement matching to ensure positive outcomes.
* Manage budgets, staffing structures, rotas, and supervisions effectively.
* Drive continuous improvement through audits, monitoring, and reflective practice.
* Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections.
* Build strong, professional relationships with placing authorities, families, and external agencies.
*About You*
We are looking for a passionate and experienced leader who shares our ethos of compassion, accountability, and high standards.
You *will* have:
* *Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (essential).*
* Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within an Ofsted-regulated children’s home.
* Strong knowledge of Ofsted Quality Standards and Children’s Homes Regulations.
* Proven leadership and staff development experience.
* A track record of achieving positive inspection outcomes.
* Excellent organisational and communication skills.
* A calm, reflective leadership style.
* Full UK driving licence.
*Why Work With BHCS?*
We believe in looking after our leaders as much as our young people. You will be part of a supportive, close-knit organisation where your voice matters and your leadership makes a direct impact.
We offer:
* Competitive salary
* Monday–Friday 9–5 working pattern
* On-call responsibilities paid in addition
* Overtime and sleep-in payments (where applicable)
* Supportive and accessible senior leadership
* Genuine progression opportunities as we expand
* Wellbeing and reflective practice support
* Recognition for your dedication and achievements
*Essential Requirements:*
* NVQ Level 5 in leadership and management
* Deputy (Senior position is allowed if the organisation doesn't run Deputy Managers) or Registered management experience for at least 2 years.
Click apply
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Up to £55,000.00 per year - Dependant on Experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Free parking
Ability to commute/relocate:
* Liverpool: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:
* children's residential care: 3 years (required)
Language:
* English (required)
Licence/Certification:
* qualification in Leadership and Management, Level 5 (required)
* Full UK Driving License (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person