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Registered Manager
Nottinghamshire County CouncilNottinghamshire, England, United Kingdom
Not disclosed
Salary
Not disclosed by employer
£40,400
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
Our predicted code SOC 1232 (78% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £40,400, and Nottinghamshire County Council is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the published rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Salary
£47,181 - £52,413 per annum
Market Factor Supplement
Annual MFS payment of £1,500 PA for 2 years totalling a potential package worth up to £53,913 PA.
National pay award pending
Type of vacancy
Permanent
Work pattern
Full Time
Hours per week
37
Work Base
Oakhurst Children's Home, Mansfield, NG18 5AJ
Working Arrangements
Office Based
Job Description / Person Specification
Registered Manager JDPS.pdf – 535KB Opens in a new window
Competency Framework
Tier 5
Number of posts
1
Interview date
17 August 2026
Closing Date
09 August 2026 23:55
The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more.
Lead a Home. Inspire a Team. Change Young Lives.
Are you an experienced Registered Manager or an ambitious Deputy Manager looking for your next leadership opportunity?
Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking an exceptional leader to manage Oakhurst Children’s Home, located in Mansfield. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a committed team, shape the future of the home and make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people who need safety, stability and someone to believe in them.
If you're passionate about delivering outstanding care, developing others and creating a home where children can thrive, we'd love to hear from you.
About The Role
As Registered Manager, you'll lead the day-to-day operation of Oakhurst Children’s Home, ensuring it is a safe, nurturing and aspirational home where children and young people feel valued, listened to and supported to achieve their full potential.
You'll be responsible for creating a positive culture where children experience consistent, high-quality care and staff feel empowered, supported and motivated to deliver their very best. You'll provide strong leadership across all aspects of the home, ensuring compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards while driving continuous improvement and preparing the home for Ofsted inspections.
Working alongside families, social workers, education providers and partner agencies, you'll champion the needs of children and ensure they receive the care, support and opportunities they deserve.
What We're Looking For
£47,181 - £52,413 per annum
Market Factor Supplement
Annual MFS payment of £1,500 PA for 2 years totalling a potential package worth up to £53,913 PA.
National pay award pending
Type of vacancy
Permanent
Work pattern
Full Time
Hours per week
37
Work Base
Oakhurst Children's Home, Mansfield, NG18 5AJ
Working Arrangements
Office Based
Job Description / Person Specification
Registered Manager JDPS.pdf – 535KB Opens in a new window
Competency Framework
Tier 5
Number of posts
1
Interview date
17 August 2026
Closing Date
09 August 2026 23:55
The Children and Families Department takes a strengths-based approach to working with each other, children, young people and families, and our partner agencies. We call this 'Our Nottinghamshire Approach'. Watch the two minute animation to learn more.
Lead a Home. Inspire a Team. Change Young Lives.
Are you an experienced Registered Manager or an ambitious Deputy Manager looking for your next leadership opportunity?
Nottinghamshire County Council is seeking an exceptional leader to manage Oakhurst Children’s Home, located in Mansfield. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a committed team, shape the future of the home and make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people who need safety, stability and someone to believe in them.
If you're passionate about delivering outstanding care, developing others and creating a home where children can thrive, we'd love to hear from you.
About The Role
As Registered Manager, you'll lead the day-to-day operation of Oakhurst Children’s Home, ensuring it is a safe, nurturing and aspirational home where children and young people feel valued, listened to and supported to achieve their full potential.
You'll be responsible for creating a positive culture where children experience consistent, high-quality care and staff feel empowered, supported and motivated to deliver their very best. You'll provide strong leadership across all aspects of the home, ensuring compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards while driving continuous improvement and preparing the home for Ofsted inspections.
Working alongside families, social workers, education providers and partner agencies, you'll champion the needs of children and ensure they receive the care, support and opportunities they deserve.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for an inspiring leader who has:
At Nottinghamshire County Council, we know that great outcomes for children start with great leaders. That's why we're committed to supporting you to succeed.
We Offer
At Oakhurst, we believe every child deserves to grow up in a safe, stable and caring environment.
Our home provides more than just accommodation—it provides children with trusted adults, positive experiences and the opportunity to build confidence, resilience and brighter futures.
As Registered Manager, you'll play a vital role in creating a home where children feel safe, develop meaningful relationships and are supported to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Ready to Make a Difference?
- Proven leadership and management experience within a children's residential care setting.
- A strong understanding of the Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and Ofsted inspection framework.
- Experience of leading, motivating and developing successful teams.
- Excellent safeguarding knowledge and a child-centred approach to practice.
- The confidence to make decisions, manage change and drive service improvement.
- Strong communication, organisational and partnership-working skills.
- A resilient, compassionate and solution-focused leadership style.
- The relevant Level 5 qualification (or willingness to achieve it) required for Registered Managers.
At Nottinghamshire County Council, we know that great outcomes for children start with great leaders. That's why we're committed to supporting you to succeed.
We Offer
- Enhanced pay for evenings, weekends and Bank Holidays.
- Generous annual leave entitlement above statutory requirements.
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Comprehensive induction and ongoing professional development.
- Regular supervision, mentoring and leadership support.
- A welcoming and supportive leadership team that values innovation and continuous improvement.
At Oakhurst, we believe every child deserves to grow up in a safe, stable and caring environment.
Our home provides more than just accommodation—it provides children with trusted adults, positive experiences and the opportunity to build confidence, resilience and brighter futures.
As Registered Manager, you'll play a vital role in creating a home where children feel safe, develop meaningful relationships and are supported to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're ready to lead an ambitious team, shape an outstanding home and make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and help create brighter futures at Oakhurst Children’s Home.
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For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Mazviita Makiyi on 0115 9772463 or by email mazviita.makiyi@nottscc.gov.uk.
Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.
A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.
Apply today and help create brighter futures at Oakhurst Children’s Home.
IND1
For an informal discussion about this opportunity please contact Mazviita Makiyi on 0115 9772463 or by email mazviita.makiyi@nottscc.gov.uk.
Appointment to this post is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check.
Nottinghamshire County Council strives to ensure that it goes beyond the requirements of the Equalities Act and prides itself on being accredited as a Disability Confident Leader Organisation.
Under the Disability Confident scheme (formerly known as the Guaranteed Interview Scheme) we would like to ensure applicants with disabilities are offered an interview if they meet the minimum criteria for a job. Please let us know if this is something you would like to be considered for.
A job share scheme is available for all full-time posts: both permanent and temporary, unless otherwise stated.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks.
Nottinghamshire County Council strongly encourages applications from all candidates from different walks of life, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, religion, belief, pregnancy and maternity status, age or sexual orientation.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Nottinghamshire County Council, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
SOC 1232 · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · ~49k in sampleP25 £34kP75 £53k
£30kmedian £43kvisa floor £42k£53k
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What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 1232 going rate of £40,400. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.