About the Opportunity
Are you an experienced Registered Manager looking for your next opportunity within children's residential care?
We are recruiting an Ofsted Registered Manager to lead an established children's home in Kettering, currently rated Good by Ofsted.
The home supports children and young people with complex emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), providing a safe, nurturing environment where they can develop, build positive relationships and achieve meaningful outcomes.
The home forms part of an established cluster of multiple children's homes across the East Midlands. Managers benefit from a collaborative leadership team, shared experience and ongoing support across the services.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Residential Manager to take responsibility for a well-established home while continuing to develop its quality of care and operational performance.
The Role
As the Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring high standards of care, effective leadership and full regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
Oversee the daily operation and management of the children's home.
Lead, motivate and develop a team of residential care professionals.
Maintain compliance with Ofsted regulations, Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
Ensure children receive individualised, high-quality care that meets their needs.
Oversee care planning, risk assessments and placement arrangements.
Promote safeguarding, welfare and positive outcomes for children and young people.
Build effective working relationships with families, local authorities and external professionals.
Monitor service quality and drive continuous improvement.
Provide effective supervision, guidance and professional development for staff.
Essential Requirements
To be considered for this Registered Manager position, you will need:
At least 3 years' recent experience as an Ofsted Registered Manager within children's residential care.
A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or an equivalent qualification.
A strong understanding of EBD and relevant children's residential care legislation.
A sound knowledge of Ofsted regulations, inspection expectations and safeguarding requirements.
Proven leadership and team management experience.
Strong organisational, communication and decision-making skills.
A genuine commitment to improving the lives of children and young people.
A full UK driving licence.
Salary and Benefits
Salary of up to 70,000 per annum, including bonus.
Generous annual leave entitlement.
Health and wellbeing programme.
Employee mentoring and professional development opportunities.
Supportive and collaborative management team.
Company pension scheme.
Cycle-to-work scheme.
Discounted or free food.
Employee store discounts.
Free on-site parking.
Company events and casual dress.
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to join an established and growing children's residential care provider, leading a home with an existing Good Ofsted rating and the support of an experienced regional management structure.
If you are an experienced Registered Manager who can lead a team, maintain high standards and make a genuine difference to children's lives, we would welcome your application.
Apply today to find out more about this Registered Manager opportunity in Kettering.
