HealthJobs4U Ltd
Reading, Berkshire
Feb 27, 2026
Full time
Pay:£45 000.00 - £55,000.00 per year Flat L, 9 Milman Road Reading RG2 0AZ Job Description: Lead With Purpose. Build a Home That Changes Lives. Are you an experienced Registered Manager ready to lead a brand-new children's residential home from the very start? At Heartfelt Services Ltd, we're creating a warm, safe and nurturing environment where children and young people can truly thrive - and we're looking for an inspirational leader to help bring this vision to life. This is a rare opportunity to shape a service from day one, embed outstanding care standards, and build a passionate, high-performing team around you. What You'll Be Doing Launch and lead anew children's residential home Set and maintainexceptional safeguarding and care standards LeadOfsted registration and inspection readiness Recruit, mentor and inspire your team Build strong relationships withlocal authorities, families and professionals Drive a culture ofquality, accountability and continuous improvement What We're Looking For Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Working towards or achievedLevel 5 in Leadership & Management Proven leadership experience in achildren's residential setting Confident withOfsted regulations & Quality Standards A natural leader withstrong safeguarding values Flexible to support on-call duties Enhanced DBS (or willing to apply) What You'll Receive Aleadership role with real influence and autonomy Supportive Responsible Individual & senior leadership Competitive salary package Continuous professional development The chance tobuild something meaningful from the ground up