Children’s Registered Manager
Role Overview
Here’s one for a leader who wants to build something from day one, not just manage what’s already there. Blue Recruitment Personnel is recruiting a Registered Manager to launch a brand-new solo-occupancy children’s home in Cinderford, opening in September 2026 — and you’ll be the one shaping it from the ground up. This is a rare chance to put your own stamp on a service: leading Ofsted registration, building a team from scratch, and embedding the kind of trauma-informed, relationship-based culture that actually changes outcomes for young people.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Completing Ofsted registration as the named Registered Manager
- Recruiting, developing and shaping a brand-new staff team ahead of opening
- Embedding trauma-informed and relationship-based practice from day one
- Meeting Children’s Homes Quality Standards and leading confidently through inspections
- Building strong working relationships with local authorities and safeguarding partnerships
What You’ll Need
- Proven Registered Manager experience, or strong Deputy-level experience ready to step up
- A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership (or working towards one)
- A solid working knowledge of the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
- A track record of building and retaining a strong staff team
Why This Role
A salary of £65,000, genuine autonomy to build a home your way, and the chance to lead a brand-new service from the first brick to opening day. Leadership roles like this don’t come round often. Ready to lead from the front?
Location: Cinderford, UK
Skills required for this job:
- Quality standards