Residential Registered Manager

Join Our Team as a Residential Registered Manager!

Location: Slyne, Lancaster

Salary: £50,000 per annum (with potential to earn up to £55,000 through bonuses)

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Specific Hours: 40 hours per week

Are you an experienced and ambitious leader ready to elevate your career in residential care? If so, we want to hear from you!

About Us: Bay View Childcare, part of the Polaris Community, is seeking a child-focused Registered Manager for our established children’s home in Slyne, Lancaster. Our home provides care for four children aged 8-18 who face social, emotional, and behavioral challenges.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a provider renowned for delivering high-quality care. Here, you will be empowered to lead with confidence, develop your team, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children.

Why Join Bay View Childcare?

At Bay View Childcare, you will be part of a supportive organization with:

• Part of the Wider Polaris Community: Access specialist central support services, including:
  • Designated recruitment team
  • HR and employee relations support
  • Quality assurance and compliance teams
  • Learning and development programs
  • Safeguarding specialists
  • Health and safety teams
• A Proven Track Record of Excellence: Our homes consistently achieve Good and Outstanding Ofsted ratings, providing a stable and high-performing environment for senior leaders.
• Strong Systems and Operational Structure: Well-established systems and processes support the day-to-day running of the home, allowing you to focus on delivering high-quality care.
• Hands-On Senior Leadership: Receive visible, practical support from an experienced leadership team, including the Responsible Individual, Operations Director, and Managing Director.
• Leaders Who Understand the Role: Our senior team includes experienced former Registered Managers, ensuring knowledgeable and responsive support.
• A Wider Professional Network: Collaborate with a broader community of managers and professionals, sharing best practices and accessing helpful resources.
• Opportunities to Influence: Get involved in participation groups and initiatives, including diversity and inclusion forums, giving you a voice beyond your home.
• Continuous Development and Shared Learning: Access training, development opportunities, and peer support to continue growing professionally.

About the Role

As the Registered Manager, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, safe, and nurturing care for children in the home.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and lead staff practice.
• Maintain strong safeguarding arrangements and drive continuous improvement in line with Bay View Childcare’s standards and regulations.
• Provide confident leadership, ensuring care is child-centered and responsive to individual needs.
• Support and develop your team through supervision, mentoring, and care-focused training.

What We Offer

In addition to a rewarding and meaningful career, we provide:

Bonus Opportunities

• £3,000 Ofsted bonus for achieving an Outstanding inspection outcome.
• £2,000 occupancy bonus for achieving 90% occupancy.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Company pension scheme.
• Regular professional supervision.
• Access to our Exchange Employee Discount Scheme.
• Access to wellbeing programs through our Exchange Provision.
• Comprehensive induction and training program.
• Ongoing Continuous Professional Development (CPD).
• Genuine career progression and promotion opportunities.
• Supportive and experienced leadership team.

Requirements for the Role

To thrive in this role, you will need:

• A Leadership and Management qualification, or a willingness to work towards one, along with NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children.
• Strong childcare and safeguarding knowledge, including relevant legislation and regulations.
• Experience managing staff teams, with excellent communication skills and the ability to lead with confidence and resilience.
• A genuine passion for children’s homes and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for children.

If you are ready to lead with purpose and help shape brighter futures for children, apply today and take the next step in your career with Bay View Childcare!

Bay View Childcare is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and meet safer recruitment requirements.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.