Job Description

Location: Burnley, Lancashire Salary: Up to £38,000 per annum (Depending on experience) Start Date: January 2026 or sooner (Immediate start available for the right candidate)

Lead and Transform: The Role

Are you a highly experienced and passionate Registered Residential Manager ready to lead a specialist Alternative Provision (AP) children's home in Burnley?

We are seeking an inspirational leader to manage a therapeutic residential setting for young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. This is an exciting opportunity to oversee a home that integrates high-quality care with education, ensuring every young person achieves positive life outcomes.

You will be responsible for all operational aspects of the home, maintaining Ofsted compliance and driving a culture of safeguarding, stability, and high achievement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Operational Leadership: Manage the daily operations, resources, and budget of the residential home, ensuring full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.

  • Ofsted Compliance: Maintain and strive to exceed Ofsted requirements, leading the home through inspections to achieve and sustain 'Good' or 'Outstanding' ratings.

  • Team Management: Recruit, lead, supervise, and mentor a dedicated team of residential support staff, fostering a collaborative and therapeutic working environment.

  • Therapeutic Care: Oversee the implementation of bespoke, child-centred care and placement plans, ensuring the delivery of high-quality therapeutic care tailored to SEMH needs.

  • Safeguarding: Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring robust safeguarding practices are embedded across the provision.

  • Partnership Working: Collaborate effectively with our Alternative Provision educators, social workers, health professionals, and families to create holistic and consistent support.

What You Will Bring:

Essential Requirements:

  • Qualification: MUST hold the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).

  • Experience: Proven, recent experience as a Registered Children's Home Manager (or Deputy/Manager with demonstrated Ofsted experience).

  • Knowledge: In-depth working knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding legislation, and the specific challenges faced by young people with SEMH/EBD.

  • Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, and decision-making skills, with the resilience to manage challenging situations effectively and calmly.

Why Join Our Alternative Provision in Burnley?

  • Competitive Salary: Earn a highly competitive salary up to £38,000, commensurate with experience.

  • Specialist Setting: Work within a unique, integrated AP model where education and care work seamlessly together.

  • Impact: Directly influence the transformation and success of young people who need it most.

  • Development: Access to specialist therapeutic training and continuous professional development (CPD).

How to Apply:

Ready to take the next step in your management career and make a lasting difference?

Click the link below to view the full job description and submit your CV and covering letter:

rachael.boaler@twrecruitment.com

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Rachael Boaler on 07423186662.

Closing Date: ASAP

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All applicants must be willing to undergo an enhanced DBS check and satisfy all pre-employment checks.