Job Title: Registered Manager – 2-Bed Children’s Home
Location: Wigan

We are seeking a passionate and values-driven Registered Manager to lead a 2-bed children’s home in Wigan. Whether you’re an experienced manager or a confident Deputy ready for your next step, this is your opportunity to create a nurturing, trauma-informed environment where vulnerable children can begin to heal and thrive.

There is also the opportunity for future dual registration of a second 2-bed home, with increased responsibility and a salary uplift to match.

About the Role

As the Registered Manager, you will:

Lead and inspire your team to deliver high-quality, therapeutic care to children with complex needs.

Ensure compliance with all Ofsted regulations and work towards achieving “Good” or “Outstanding” ratings.

Build a homely, stable and safe environment tailored to each child’s individual needs.

Oversee safeguarding practices, care planning and placement stability to support positive outcomes.

Work closely with an experienced and supportive Responsible Individual who offers personalised mentoring.

Develop and grow into a dual-registration role, with scope to oversee a second 2-bed home.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will:

Have at least 2 years’ experience working in a residential children’s home within the last 5 years.

Have a minimum of 1 year in a supervisory or management role.

Hold a Level 3 Diploma for Residential Childcare (Children and Young People).

Hold (or be working towards) a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare.

Demonstrate a strong understanding of trauma-informed care, safeguarding practices, and relevant children’s legislation.

Be an inspiring leader with excellent communication and team-building skills.

Hold a full UK driving licence.

Be eligible to work in the UK (due to regulatory requirements).

Salary & Benefits

Salary: £50,000 – £65,000 per year (inclusive of bonuses and benefits)

Additional Benefits:

Performance-related bonus scheme

Opportunity to gain shares in a growing, values-led organisation

Comprehensive employee benefits package

Additional annual leave based on length of service

One paid charity day per year

Birthday gift

Ongoing CPD and leadership development

Free meals during duty

Casual dress and supportive work environment

Company car and free on-site parking

Profit sharing and referral schemes

Recruitment Timeline:

Applications are welcome immediately – interviews will be held on a rolling basis.

If you’re an experienced Deputy or Registered Manager ready to take the next step, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest to alex@hamptonsresourcing.com or call 01926 356549 for a confidential chat.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Adjustments can be made throughout the recruitment process to ensure equal opportunities for all.