Job Title: Registered Manager Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP5 2LT Salary: Up to £63,545 per annum (depending on experience) + £7,500 Welcome Bonus Job Type: Full-Time – Permanent Shift and Schedule: 37.5 hours per week Setting: 4-bedroom children's residential home Client Group: Children and young people aged 8–17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) Priority Recruitment are excited to present this fantastic Registered Manager opportunity in Salisbury, Wiltshire. This is a key leadership role overseeing a children's residential home supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. You will be responsible for ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding and operational performance while creating a safe, stable and therapeutic environment. We are looking for an experienced and motivated individual who can lead a dedicated team, maintain regulatory compliance and make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people. Salary & Benefits: Competitive salary of up to £63,545 per annum, depending on experience £7,500 welcome bonus Permanent full-time position 37.5 hours per week Opportunity to lead a 4-bedroom children's residential home Long-term leadership and career development opportunitiesCompany and Role: Overall responsibility for the management of a children's residential home Supporting children aged 8–17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties Leading and developing a team of residential care professionals Ensuring compliance with Children's Homes Regulations and Ofsted requirements Creating a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment Promoting positive outcomes, independence and emotional wellbeingDay-to-day responsibilities include: Managing the day-to-day operations of the residential home Leading, motivating and supporting the residential care team Ensuring safeguarding and child protection procedures are followed Maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and preparing for Ofsted inspections Overseeing individual care plans, risk assessments and safeguarding arrangements Supporting staff recruitment, induction, supervision and performance development Promoting a positive culture focused on stability and therapeutic care Liaising with social workers, local authorities, families and external professionals Managing resources and supporting effective budget control Ensuring the home remains safe, welcoming and well-maintainedSuccessful Candidate: Previous experience within children's residential care Experience in a management or senior leadership position Level 3 qualification in Children's and Young People's Workforce or equivalent QCF Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification, or willingness to work towards it Strong understanding of safeguarding and Children's Homes Regulations Knowledge of Ofsted requirements and quality standards Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team Confident decision-maker with excellent communication and organisational skills Calm, resilient and committed to achieving positive outcomes for young peopleThis is an excellent opportunity for an experienced children's residential professional looking to take ownership of a home and develop their management career. Apply now for more details, we'd love to hear from you! Some of our roles require drivers and/or male or female employees only. Where indicated, this is a genuine occupational requirement in accordance with the Equality Act 2010