Residential Care Manager - Autism
| Job Type | Permanent Full Time |
| Location | Blackburn, Lancashire |
| Area | Preston, United KingdomBlackburn, United Kingdom |
| Sector | |
| Salary | £55000 - £57000 per annum + £5k performance bonus |
| Start Date | ASAP |
| Advertiser | remoteapi |
| Job Ref | 4364_1754058436 |
| Job Views | 6 |
- Description
Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home (Autism Specialism)Location: Preston, PR3Contract: Permanent |40 hours per weekSalary: £55,000 per annum + £5,000 performance bonusSpecialism: Ofsted Registered Manager with experience in autism support
Make a lasting impact in the lives of young people with autism - lead a passionate, multi-disciplinary team in a supportive and rewarding environment.
We're recruiting for a dedicated and experienced Registered Manager to join our Ofsted-registered 4-bedroom children's residential home in Preston (PR3).
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of young people aged 8 to 18 years with Autism Spectrum Conditions and associated complex needs, in a setting that combines education, care, and clinical support under one roof.
About the Role:
- Provide strong, strategic leadership as part of the senior management team.
- Lead and support a team of Team Leaders and Support Workers to ensure high standards of care.
- Create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for young people to thrive.
- Work collaboratively with care, therapy, and education teams to ensure holistic support.
- Drive regulatory excellence and continuous improvement across the service.
- Apply advanced safeguarding knowledge and care management principles.
About You:
- You bring a minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar leadership role.
- Hold a Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management (Children).
- Have experience as an Ofsted Registered Manager within autism care.
- You're a confident, compassionate leader who inspires staff and champions positive outcomes for children.
- Highly organised, with exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
Your Impact Will Include:
- Leading a dedicated team with compassion and purpose.
- Offering emotional and practical support to staff, young people, and families.
- Ensuring robust safeguarding practices and care planning.
- Collaborating effectively with a wide range of professionals to deliver the best possible outcomes.
What's in It for You:
- Competitive salary: £55,000 + £5,000 performance bonus
- Referral programme with rewards of up to £250
- Join a caring, values-led organisation where your leadership truly matters
- Work within a forward-thinking, multi-disciplinary setting that puts children first
Ready to lead with purpose? Click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now on 01772 846610 or email kparker@veritas-education.com
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VERITAS EDUCATION
- All applications are subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, professional reference checks, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) in line with our stringent safeguarding policy
- Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and all employment breaks must be explained
- You must have legal right to work in the UK
- You must be willing to attend a registration interview
Veritas Education work with a variety of schools covering a wide geographical area. We deal with teaching placements at Primary, Secondary and college level as well as support staff positions also within these.
Disclaimer
'Nothing within the above advert was in any way designed or intended to discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation. Veritas Education is an Equal opportunities employer and is proud in the knowledge that all placements are made on merit and suitability. We accept applications from all sections of the community.'
