Stepping Stones Children's Homes

Registered Manager Location: Ashton-under-Lyne (4 children, EBD/Mild LD) Salary: £45,000 to £55,000 plus Ofsted bonus and performance-related pay Hours: 40 per week, flexible rota including evenings, weekends and sleeping-in duties What we offer Competitive salary with performance-related pay and Ofsted bonus. Health and lifestyle programmes, professional development opportunities including NVQ and therapeutic/clinical qualifications. 24/7 HR and management support. Opportunities for career growth within the company. Auto-enrolment into company pension, 28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, and mileage reimbursement. About Stepping Stones Children's Homes Stepping Stones Children's Homes is a respected provider of residential care across the UK, dedicated to delivering safe, nurturing, and high-quality placements for children and young people. We focus on achieving the best outcomes through individualised care, therapeutic support, and a strong, motivated team. With a commitment to staff development and innovation, we provide extensive training, clinical and therapeutic guidance, and 24/7 management support. The role We are looking for a dedicated Registered Manager to lead our Home, providing medium to long-term placements where this is the most suitable intervention. This is a vital role requiring strong leadership, practical childcare expertise, and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for every child. Responsibilities include: Lead and manage the Home in line with Children's Homes Regulations 2001 and National Minimum Standards 2002. Deliver high-quality care, shaping the Home's Statement of Purpose and ensuring staff uphold the highest standards. Line manage Deputy Manager, Team Leaders, and Residential Care Workers, including supervision, mentoring, appraisals, and development. Coordinate staff rotas and ensure appropriate cover for childcare needs at all times. Develop service initiatives, manage budgets, and oversee quality assurance to deliver value for money. Liaise with families, regulatory bodies, external agencies, and multi-disciplinary teams to safeguard and promote children's well-being. Ensure Health and Safety compliance and maintain a safe, clean, and well-equipped environment. Requirements Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care Services (Children and Young People's Residential Management) or willingness to achieve within three years. Significant experience in residential childcare, ideally as a Registered Manager for at least one year. Proven leadership, staff supervision, and budget management skills. Knowledge of Children Act 1989, Care Standards Act 2000, Children's Homes Regulations, safeguarding, care planning, and risk management. Emotional resilience, integrity, flexibility, creativity, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. Fitness and availability to manage the Home effectively, including on-call duties and occasional support for other Homes. This Registered Manager role requires Ofsted/CSSIW registration approval, an enhanced DBS check, and a commitment to the long-term well-being of children and young people. Candidates must demonstrate leadership, practical childcare skills, and a proactive approach to team and service development. If you are committed to making a real difference and leading a motivated, professional team, we want to hear from you. Apply now with your updated CV and a full job specification will be sent if you meet the role criteria. Equals One is an advertising and recruitment agency working on behalf of our client to promote this vacancy. You may be contacted directly by the employer should they wish to progress your application. Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide specific feedback if your application is unsuccessful.