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Registered Manager - Learning Disabilities Children's Home - Rotherham
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Registered Manager – Learning Disabilities Children’s Homes
Lead with purpose. Inspire excellence. Transform young lives — and your own career.
At Progressive Care, we don’t just offer jobs — we offer leadership careers with purpose, progression, and real impact.
For over 25 years, we’ve been a trusted leader in social care, committed to helping children and young people thrive. As we continue through an exciting period of growth and expansion, we’re creating new opportunities for experienced leaders to shape services and grow with us.
Our growth is about more than numbers — it’s about developing strong, capable leaders who can inspire teams and deliver outstanding care. With new homes, evolving services, and clear progression pathways, there has never been a better time to join us.
We’re looking for confident, passionate leaders ready to make a lasting difference and drive high standards across our services.
Why Join Progressive Care?
You’ll be part of a nationally recognised organisation delivering:
- Children’s Residential Care
- Family Assessment Services
- 16+ Supported Living
- Learning Disabilities Support
Everything we do is focused on one goal: helping individuals feel safe, valued, and able to achieve positive futures.
Your Role as a Registered Manager (Learning Disabilities Children’s Homes)
You will lead and inspire a team to provide a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive.
This is a unique opportunity to support registration, build your own team, and embed a strong, child-centred culture from the outset.
You’ll be supported by a wider infrastructure including HR, QA, Psychology, Education, IT, Finance, and experienced Ofsted Registered Managers.
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Key Responsibilities
- Lead a team to deliver a supportive, structured environment
- Promote positive outcomes, confidence, and life skills
- Maintain a strong child-centred approach
- Drive performance and high-quality care standards
- Develop and review care plans
- Supervise, appraise, and develop staff
- Ensure compliance with legislation and Ofsted requirements
- Lead Ofsted registration and service setup
- Recruit, induct, and develop your team
- Work within multi-agency frameworks to advocate for young people
- Strive for outcomes that exceed expected standards
Requirements
Our Ideal Candidate Will Have
- Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Childcare
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or commitment to achieve within 2 years)
- At least two years’ experience in a residential childcare setting
- Strong knowledge of legislation, Ofsted standards, and regulations
- Experience completing risk assessments and producing clear reports
- Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop teams
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A proactive, flexible approach with a focus on outcomes
- Strong experience supporting children with Learning Disabilities, Autism, and complex needs
- Experience (or readiness) to open and establish new services
- Ability to inspire aspirational outcomes for young people and staff teams
- Confidence to challenge, advocate, and drive high standards across internal and external partnerships
- A compassionate, approachable leadership style aligned to Progressive Care’s values
Benefits
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary & Performance Recognition
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Our structured salary framework reflects your experience, responsibilities, and impact as a senior leader, ensuring you are rewarded for the value you bring.
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Senior Leadership Progression Opportunities
As we grow, we create opportunities for progression into senior management and multi-site leadership roles, giving you clear next steps in your career.
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Advanced Leadership Development
We Invest In Your Continued Success
- Tailored induction and onboarding
- Ongoing leadership and management training
- Continuous professional development
- Fully funded qualifications through our Nationally Accredited Training Centre
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Autonomy & Strategic Influence
You’ll have the authority to lead your service, shape team culture, and influence outcomes for young people, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
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Wellbeing & Leadership Support
We provide strong organisational support and wellbeing resources to help you manage the demands of senior leadership effectively.
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Supportive, Values-Driven Culture
Work within a collaborative environment where leadership is visible, support is consistent, and your contribution is recognised.
Ready to Lead and Make a Difference?
Join Progressive Care and take the next step in your leadership career, shaping services and improving lives every day.
Apply today or speak to our Talent Team to find out more.
Due to the nature of this role, Progressive Care conducts enhanced background checks through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) for all hired personnel.
Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position, and all applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
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