Lead the launch and growth of a new CYP residential or supported living service in Yorkshire. This is a rare opportunity to shape a high-quality, trauma-informed environment where young people can stabilise, thrive, and access meaningful educational and emotional support — backed by an established, CQC-registered care provider.
Express Nursing is a CQC Registered provider of Complex Care, registered for Personal Care and TDDI. We are expanding into Children and Young People’s (CYP) residential and supported living services across Yorkshire.
We are seeking an experienced Ofsted-registered leader to establish and manage a new service provision from registration through to full operation. This role requires strategic oversight, regulatory expertise, and a genuine passion for creating safe, structured environments where young people can build independence, resilience, and positive futures.
This is not just a management role — it is an opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up.
Lead the full Ofsted registration process for a new CYP residential/supported living service
Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, Children’s Homes Regulations (2015), and Quality Standards
Develop and implement safeguarding, behaviour management, and care planning frameworks
Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing care team
Foster a trauma-informed, child-centred culture
Oversee care planning and ensure educational engagement for young people
Maintain strong relationships with local authorities and commissioners
Manage budgets and ensure financial sustainability of the service
Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections
Previously registered with Ofsted as a Registered Manager (essential)
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)
Proven experience managing a children’s residential home or supported living service
Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and inspection frameworks
Demonstrable leadership and team development experience
Experience supporting CYP with complex needs, SEMH, or trauma backgrounds
Excellent safeguarding knowledge
Full UK driving licence
Competitive salary (£48,000 – £55,000 DOE)
Flexible hybrid working arrangements
Opportunity to shape and lead a new service from inception
Ongoing professional development and CPD support
Supportive senior leadership team
Career progression opportunities as services expand
28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
Pension scheme
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to present a draft plan at interview, detailing:
Following successful initial interview, candidates will be invited to attend a face-to-face interview.
Face-to-face interview in Yorkshire
Presentation task: “Your vision for establishing and achieving a ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating within 24 months”
Enhanced DBS and reference checks required
