Residential Registered Manager

Join Our Team as a Residential Registered Manager!

Location: Slyne, Lancaster

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

Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Specific Hours: 40 hours per week

Are You Ready to Make a Difference?

If you’re an experienced and ambitious leader looking to elevate your career in residential care, we want to hear from you! 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.

Why Join Bay View Childcare?

At Bay View Childcare, you’ll be part of a supportive organization that values strong leadership and professional development. Here’s what you can expect:

• Part of the Polaris Community: Access to specialist support services, including recruitment, HR, quality assurance, and safeguarding.
• Proven Track Record: Our homes consistently achieve Good and Outstanding Ofsted ratings, ensuring a stable environment for leaders.
• Strong Operational Structure: Well-established systems and processes allow you to focus on delivering high-quality care.
• Hands-On Leadership: Receive practical support from an experienced leadership team who understand the demands of your role.
• Professional Networking: Collaborate with a broader community of managers and professionals to share best practices.
• Opportunities to Influence: Participate in diversity and inclusion forums, giving you a voice beyond your home.
• Continuous Development: Access training and peer support to foster your professional growth.

About the Role

As the Registered Manager, you will:

• Deliver high-quality, safe, and nurturing care for children.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and lead staff practice.
• Maintain strong safeguarding arrangements and drive continuous improvement.
• Provide confident leadership, ensuring care is child-centered and responsive to individual needs.
• Support and develop your team through supervision and training.

What We Offer

In addition to a fulfilling 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.
  • Wellbeing programmes through our Exchange Provision.
  • Comprehensive induction and training programme.
  • 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 should have:

• A Leadership and Management qualification (or 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.
• A genuine passion for children's homes and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for children.

Ready to Lead with Purpose?

If you’re excited about shaping 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.