Registered Manager- Children’s Residential Home- £57,000-£65,000- Hull

The Role

Are you an experienced leader in children's residential care who knows how to create a safe, nurturing environment where young people can flourish? Do you have the skills and knowledge to lead a brand-new home, build a high-performing team and achieve outstanding outcomes for children and young people? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Real Imaging Ltd is launching a new children's residential home and is looking for an exceptional Registered Manager to lead the service from day one. This is a unique opportunity to take overall responsibility for establishing and developing an Ofsted-regulated home, shaping its culture, standards and future success. You'll have the freedom to create a positive, child-centred environment where young people can thrive, backed by the support of an experienced and committed senior leadership team.

This role offers the opportunity to create something meaningful from the ground up while helping children achieve stability, confidence and brighter futures.

If you're ready to build a home where children can thrive, we'd love to hear from you—apply today and take the first step towards an incredibly rewarding new challenge.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the launch and day-to-day operation of the home
Ensure outstanding safeguarding, care, and compliance standards
Manage Ofsted registration and inspection readiness
Recruit, develop, and support a dedicated staff team
Promote positive outcomes for children and young people
Build strong relationships with local authorities, families, and external professionals
Oversee staffing, rotas, budgets, and operational planning
Maintain accurate records in line with regulatory requirements
Create a culture focused on quality, accountability, and continuous improvement

The Company

At Real Imaging Ltd, we believe every child deserves a safe, supportive place to call home.

We're committed to creating an environment where children and young people feel valued, respected, and encouraged to reach their potential. Our focus is on delivering high-quality care that helps young people build confidence, independence, and positive life experiences.

The Benefits

£57,000 - £65,000 per year
Leadership role with genuine influence and autonomy
Supportive Responsible Individual and senior leadership team
Ongoing professional development and training
Opportunity to shape a brand-new service from day one
A rewarding role where your work has a lasting impact

The Person

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or willingness to work towards it
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent
Previous leadership experience within a children's residential setting
Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, Quality Standards, and safeguarding legislation
Excellent communication and organisational skills
Confidence in leading teams and managing change
A resilient, child-focused approach
Flexibility to participate in on-call duties
Enhanced DBS check, or willingness to obtain one

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