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Registered Manager - Children s Residential Home

Thornton Heath
Up to £70,000 + bonus
New 3-bed therapeutic EBD children s home

We are recruiting an experienced Registered Manager - Children s Residential Home to lead a new 3-bed therapeutic home in Thornton Heath.

This is not simply a new home with the word therapeutic attached to it.

The provider has developed a structured therapeutic framework designed to shape how the home operates from day one, how staff understand behaviour, how they respond to young people and how learning is carried into care planning, supervision and everyday practice.

At the heart of the model is one simple principle:

Every behaviour has a story.

The Registered Manager - Children s Residential Home will lead a team that is encouraged to look beyond the behaviour itself and understand what may be happening underneath it, including trauma, attachment, emotional regulation, fear, unmet need and communication.

A genuine therapeutic model

Before placements begin, staff will complete foundation training in:

• Trauma, attachment and behaviour as communication
• Building therapeutic relationships
• Connection, consistency and boundaries
• Co-regulation and de-escalation
• Creating an emotionally and physically safe home
• Reflective practice and staff wellbeing

The training is practical and reflective, using realistic residential scenarios, discussion, role play and case formulation.

Once a young person is placed, the therapeutic approach becomes more individualised.

The Registered Manager - Children s Residential Home will work alongside the team to ensure training is linked directly to the young person s presentation, strengths, risks, communication needs and lived experience.

Learning will then be embedded into:

- Therapeutic care plans

- Risk and safety planning

- Staff responses

- Key work

- Reflective supervision

- Incident learning

- Team development

The aim is to create a home where the therapeutic model can actually be seen in practice, not simply referenced in policies or training records.

The role

As Registered Manager - Children s Residential Home, you will take responsibility for the leadership, culture and day-to-day management of the service.

You will:

• Lead the home through registration and into operation
• Recruit, develop and retain a strong staff team
• Create a safe, stable and child-centred culture
• Maintain high standards of safeguarding
• Ensure compliance with the Children s Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
• Embed therapeutic and relationship-based practice throughout the home
• Ensure care plans and risk assessments remain meaningful and current
• Use supervision and reflective practice to develop staff
• Review incidents and use learning to improve practice
• Work closely with the Responsible Individual and wider professional network
• Ensure the voice of each young person remains central to the home

What we are looking for

We are looking for a Registered Manager - Children s Residential Home with strong experience in residential childcare and the confidence to build and lead a new service.

You will ideally have:

• Strong experience within a residential children s home
• Previous leadership or management experience
• A good understanding of safeguarding and regulatory requirements
• Knowledge of the Children s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
• Level 5 Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or be working towards it
• Experience supervising and developing staff
• A reflective, child-centred approach to leadership
• An understanding of trauma-informed and relationship-based care
• The confidence to challenge poor practice and maintain high standards

You will also have the support of an experienced and supportive Responsible Individual, giving the Registered Manager - Children s Residential Home the backing to establish the service properly and build the right culture from the beginning.

This is an opportunity to lead a new home where therapeutic care is intended to influence everything from staff training and supervision to daily interactions with young people.

Important Information

Apply: Please send an up-to-date CV. Successful candidates will complete all required safer recruitment and pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS where applicable.

Right to Work: Applicants must already have the right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

Safeguarding: Checks may include DBS, references, employment history, qualifications, identity, Right to Work and employment gaps, in line with the role requirements.

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Care First UK is proud to be partnering with an established children's care provider to recruit an experienced and passionate Registered Manager for a residential children's home in West Sussex.

This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished Registered Manager, or an experienced Deputy Manager ready for progression, to lead a dedicated team and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management and performance of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance are consistently achieved.

Working closely with senior leadership, you will lead and inspire a committed care team, promote a positive and nurturing environment, and ensure children and young people receive outstanding support tailored to their individual needs.

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the Children's Residential Home.
• Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, and Ofsted requirements.
• Recruit, supervise, develop, and support residential care staff.
• Drive service quality, continuous improvement, and best practice.
• Champion safeguarding and promote positive outcomes for young people.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Oversee care planning, risk management, and quality assurance processes.
• Build strong relationships with Local Authorities, Social Workers, families, and external agencies.
• Prepare for and support Ofsted inspections.
• Ensure all policies, procedures, and records are maintained to the highest standard.

We are keen to speak with candidates who possess:

• Previous experience within a Children's Residential Home.
• Experience as a Registered Manager or an experienced Deputy Manager seeking progression.
• Strong understanding of Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Experience supporting children and young people with complex emotional, behavioural, and mental health needs.
• Proven ability to work effectively with multi-agency professionals and stakeholders.

• Excellent safeguarding and child protection knowledge.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Effective communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Sound understanding of care planning, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong organisational, financial, and IT skills.

• Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.
• Resilient, compassionate, and child-focused.
• Professional, adaptable, and solutions-oriented.
• Committed to delivering exceptional standards of care.

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive and experienced leadership team.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Career progression opportunities.
• An opportunity to lead a service that genuinely changes lives.

If you are an experienced Registered Manager, Children's Home Manager, Residential Care Manager, or a Deputy Manager ready to take the next step in your career, Care First UK would love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Care First UK today.

Registered Manager Children's Residential Home

Location: Derby
Salary: £55,000 £60,000 per annum
Hours: Full-time, Permanent

Role Overview

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Registered Manager to lead and oversee the day-to-day operation of a children's residential home in Derby.

The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the home provides a safe, nurturing and supportive environment where children and young people are protected, safeguarded and supported to achieve positive outcomes.

The Registered Manager will provide strong leadership to the staff team, ensure high standards of care and compliance are maintained, and promote the physical, emotional and developmental needs of the children and young people living in the home.

Key Responsibilities

• Take overall responsibility for the effective day-to-day management and operation of the home.
• Ensure the home operates in accordance with its Statement of Purpose and Function.
• Maintain high standards of care and work towards achieving and maintaining an Ofsted rating of Good or Outstanding.
• Provide effective supervision, support, leadership and direction to staff.
• Act as a positive role model, demonstrating integrity, optimism, compassion, resilience and determination.
• Ensure the physical and emotional needs of children and young people are protected, safeguarded and promoted at all times.
• Ensure care, education and risk management plans are implemented effectively and regularly reviewed.
• Ensure appropriate staffing levels and staff deployment are maintained in line with the individual needs and risk management plans of each child.
• Allocate duties and responsibilities effectively across the staff team.
• Monitor staff performance and identify opportunities for improvement and development.
• Manage day-to-day staffing, supervision and operational requirements.
• Maintain effective communication with children, young people, families, staff, professionals and external stakeholders.
• Ensure the home remains compliant with relevant legislation, regulations, safeguarding requirements and local authority procedures.
• Use internal auditing, monitoring and inspection frameworks to identify and implement areas for improvement.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Deal with conflict and challenging situations professionally and effectively.
• Make informed decisions and provide clear direction to the staff team.
• Promote a positive, supportive and child-centred culture throughout the home.

Essential Skills & Experience

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience working within children's residential care, including supervisory or management experience.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the Children's Homes Regulations (England) 2015 and relevant safeguarding legislation.
• Experience managing staff, allocating responsibilities and overseeing day-to-day operations within a residential setting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to lead, motivate and develop an effective staff team.
• The ability to monitor and improve performance and maintain high standards of care.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to make informed decisions and lead by example.
• Experience managing budgets and resources.
• The ability to manage conflict and challenging situations effectively.
• A high level of resilience and the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be expected to hold, or be willing to work towards:

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or an equivalent recognised qualification.

Designated Safeguarding Lead Level 3 or equivalent.

Compliance Requirements

The successful candidate will be required to:

Complete an Enhanced DBS check.

Provide satisfactory employment references.

Maintain any relevant professional registrations and qualifications.

Demonstrate a commitment to safeguarding children and young people.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations and best practice.

Important Information

Interested? Please apply with an up-to-date CV. Due to the regulated nature of Children's Residential Care, successful candidates will be required to complete all relevant safer recruitment and pre-employment checks before starting work.

Right to Work: Please only apply if you already have the right to work in the UK for this position. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this vacancy.

Safer Recruitment & Safeguarding: YourRecruit is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments to roles within children's residential services will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, which may include an Enhanced DBS check, verification of employment history, satisfactory references, qualification checks, identity and Right to Work checks, and exploration of any gaps in employment, in line with the requirements of the role and provider.

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Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond individually to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within 7 days, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this particular vacancy. We would, however, be pleased to consider you for other suitable opportunities.

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Children's Home Residential Registered Manager

Contract: Full Time, permanent

Salary: Up to £44,020 per annum (includes bonuses)

Location: Carlisle

Specific Hours: 40 Hours per week (Monday to Friday)

Lead a Brand-New Children's Home and Make a Lasting Difference

North Lakes Children's Services is a well-established provider of therapeutic residential care and education for boys aged 6 to 18 click apply for full job details

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home

Location: Nottingham
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are looking for an experienced and qualified Registered Manager to join our team and take responsibility for the management of a children's residential home in the Wolverhampton area.

This role is specifically for someone who has already worked as a Registered Manager within children's residential care and has a proven track record of managing a home successfully. This is not a position for someone looking to gain their first Registered Manager role.

The home supports children and young people with learning difficulties, emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), and potentially complex needs. We are looking for a confident, compassionate and experienced leader who understands the challenges and rewards of this type of care.

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management and operation of the home.
• Ensure the home consistently provides high-quality, child-centred care.
• Lead, support and develop the residential childcare team.
• Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations, safeguarding requirements and relevant legislation.
• Maintain high standards across care planning, risk assessments, safeguarding, recording and staff practice.
• Work effectively with social workers, local authorities, education providers, healthcare professionals and other agencies.
• Manage staff recruitment, induction, supervision, training and performance.
• Ensure children's individual needs are understood and appropriately supported.
• Promote positive behaviour and use appropriate approaches when supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Monitor the quality of care and continually identify areas for improvement.
• Take responsibility for preparing the home for Ofsted inspections and responding appropriately to any recommendations.
• Maintain a positive culture where children feel safe, valued, respected and listened to.

Applicants MUST:

• Be a qualified Registered Manager for children's residential care.
• Have previously held a Registered Manager position in a children's residential home.
• Have demonstrable experience successfully managing a children's residential service.
• Have experience working with children and young people with learning difficulties and emotional/behavioural difficulties.
• Hold the relevant Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management for Children and Young People.
• Have strong knowledge of Ofsted requirements, safeguarding and children's residential care legislation.
• Have proven experience leading, managing and developing a residential childcare team.
• Be confident dealing with challenging situations and complex behaviours.
• Be committed to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.

Please note: We are seeking an already-qualified and experienced Registered Manager. Candidates without previous Registered Manager experience within children's residential care will not be considered for this position.

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• Supportive senior management team.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Career progression opportunities.
• The opportunity to lead a dedicated team and make a genuine difference to children's lives.

If you are an experienced, qualified Registered Manager with a proven background in children's residential care and have a genuine passion for supporting children with learning difficulties and emotional and behavioural needs, we would love to hear from you.

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Registered Manager Children s Residential Home

Location: Sutton Coldfield, Birmingham
Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum
Bonus: Performance-related bonuses
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Home: Brand-new 3-bed EBD children s home
Sponsorship: Not available

We are recruiting an experienced Registered Manager to lead a brand-new 3-bed children s residential home in Sutton Coldfield.

This is an opportunity to take ownership of a new home from registration and set-up through to opening and its first Ofsted inspection.

You will be joining an established children s residential care provider that already operates two homes, both rated Good by Ofsted, with experienced senior leadership and ongoing plans for growth.

The organisation offers strong support, career progression, mandatory training, professional development and a performance-related bonus package.

The Role

As Registered Manager, you will:

Lead the registration, set-up and opening of the new home

Manage the home in line with its Statement of Purpose

Ensure compliance with the Children s Homes Regulations 2015

Maintain strong safeguarding and safer care practice

Prepare the home and staff team for Ofsted inspection

Recruit, lead, supervise and develop the residential care team

Maintain safe and effective staffing levels

Ensure children receive safe, high-quality and child-centred care

Oversee care planning, risk assessments, safeguarding and audits

Monitor staff performance and support professional development

Work closely with Local Authorities, education professionals and external agencies

Manage budgets and operational requirements

Drive continuous improvement across the service

Work towards achieving a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating

About You

We are looking for an experienced children s residential care professional who is confident leading a home and developing a team.

You should have:

Strong experience within children s residential care

Previous supervisory or management experience

Good knowledge of the Children s Homes Regulations 2015

Strong understanding of safeguarding and safer care practice

Experience leading, supervising and developing staff

Experience working with care plans and risk assessments

Confidence managing performance, conflict and challenging situations

Strong communication and organisational skills

The resilience and leadership skills required to manage a busy children s home

Qualifications

Ideally, you will hold:

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Candidates currently working towards the qualification may also be considered.

A Designated Safeguarding Lead Level 3 qualification is also required.

Salary & Bonus Package

Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Additional bonuses include:

• £1,500 for achieving a Good Ofsted rating
• £2,500 for achieving an Outstanding Ofsted rating
• £1,250 placement bonus for Child A
• £1,250 placement bonus for Child B
• £1,250 placement bonus for Child C

Ofsted and placement bonuses are subject to qualifying criteria and length of service requirements.

Why Join?

This is a strong opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager who wants to put their own stamp on a children s home from the very beginning.

You will have support from experienced senior management and the Responsible Individual, together with financial and legal support.

The organisation also offers:

• Career progression
• Full mandatory training
• Support with professional qualifications
• Performance-related bonuses
• Senior management and RI support
• The opportunity to lead a brand-new home from registration

Safer Recruitment

The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

The successful candidate will be required to complete appropriate safer recruitment and pre-employment checks, including:

• Enhanced DBS
• Employment references
• Right to Work checks
• Qualification verification
• Employment history and exploration of any gaps

Right to Work

Please only apply if you already have the right to work in the UK for this position.

Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available.

Interested?

Please apply with an up-to-date CV.

Know someone suitable? YourRecruit operates a paid referral scheme, so please get in touch.

YourRecruit Ltd is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and does not discriminate unlawfully on the grounds of any protected characteristic.

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home (EBD)

North West London 55,000 - 65,000 + 5,000 Bonus

Build It Your Way.

Delphi Care Solutions is delighted to be partnering with a growing children's care provider to recruit a Registered Manager for a brand-new 2-bed EBD home in North West London.

Let's be honest.

Most Registered Manager jobs involve walking into someone else's problems.

This one doesn't.

This is a rare opportunity to open a brand-new home from scratch, recruit your own team, set your own standards and create the type of service you've always wanted to run.

From registration through to welcoming the first young person, you'll have the freedom to shape the culture, develop your team and build a home that genuinely changes lives.

If you've ever said "I'd do things differently if it was my home", this is your chance.

What's on Offer?

• 55,000 - 65,000 salary
• 5,000 bonus following the first placement after registration
• Brand-new 2-bed EBD home
• The opportunity to build your own team
• Strong support from an experienced leadership team
• A genuine voice in how the service develops
• Long-term progression as the organisation grows
• The chance to make a visible impact from day one

What You'll Be Doing

You'll lead every aspect of the home's journey from registration through to a successful and thriving service.

This includes:

• Securing Ofsted registration
• Recruiting and developing a high-quality staff team
• Creating a safe, nurturing and structured environment for young people
• Building relationships with local authorities and commissioners
• Driving occupancy
• Ensuring outstanding safeguarding standards
• Managing budgets, staffing and overall performance
• Leading the home towards a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating

Who we're Looking For

You may already be a Registered Manager looking for a fresh challenge.

Or you could be an experienced Deputy Manager who knows they're ready for their first registration.

Either way, you'll need:

• Level 5 Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or be close to completion)
• Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
• Experience supporting young people with EBD
• A proven ability to lead and develop teams
• Excellent safeguarding knowledge
• Ambition, resilience and a genuine passion for achieving positive outcomes

The Bottom Line

Opportunities like this don't come around often.

This is your chance to put your own stamp on a home, build a team around your values and create something you can be genuinely proud of.

For a confidential discussion, contact Delphi Care Solutions today.

Registered Manager Children s Home

Location: Hartlepool
Salary: £55,000 - £57,000 per annum
Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday Friday, 9am 5pm
Contract: Permanent, Full Time

We are looking for an experienced Registered Manager, or a strong Deputy Manager ready to step up, to lead a brand-new children s residential home in Hartlepool.

The home will support children and young people aged with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). This is an excellent opportunity to shape a new service from the outset, build your own team and create a positive, child-centred environment.

The Role

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management and development of the home, including:

• Supporting the Ofsted registration and inspection process
• Recruiting, managing and developing the staff team
• Ensuring high standards of safeguarding and care
• Maintaining compliance with Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards
• Managing budgets and operational resources
• Building relationships with local authorities, families and professionals
• Promoting positive outcomes for children and young people

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Minimum 2 years residential childcare experience
• Experience at senior or management level
• Level 5 Management qualification or willingness to work towards it
• Good knowledge of Children s Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and SCCIF
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people

Benefits

£55,000 £57,000 salary plus:

• days holiday (day off for birthday, in addition to generous leave package.)
• Flexible working.
• Enhanced pension
• Death in service benefit
• Birthday leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Health cashback and employee discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Enhanced family and sickness benefits

Applicants must be UK-based with full right to work in the UK. Sponsorship is not available.

Some evening and weekend working may be required.

This role is subject to satisfactory references, safeguarding checks and an enhanced DBS.

Small Organisation. Great Culture. Settled Children. Great Package. What more could you want from your next Registered Children s Home Manager role?

• Job Title: Registered Children s Home Manager
• Home Type: Good in all areas 4 Bedded EBD Children s Home therapeutic PACE approach
• Location: Redditch, Worcestershire
• Basic Salary: Up to £65,000 p/a
• Bonuses: Up to £10k based on Ofsted & Occupancy
• Overall Package: Up to £75k per annum!
• 33 Days Annual Leave + Birthday off & paid!
• Level 7 in Strategic Management within Residential Childcare (delivered internally, along with L3 & L5 & PRICE)

Who will you be working for?

Join this small, family-style, therapeutic provider of Residential Childcare! This position would be to take over a Good in all areas , 4 Bedded EBD home in Redditch. This home has been registered since 2021 and has historically had some amazing outcomes for children. The company runs two Good children s homes and has plans to expand further in the future. After recently setting up a training company, they are also equipped to internally deliver Level 3, 5, and 7 qualifications, and have an in-house PRICE trainer.

The home is performing exceptionally well. You would be well supported by the senior management team, including the RI (who has over 20 years within the industry), the current RM who will step back into an operational role, and the company clinical lead. They currently have four young people in place. You would be walking into a fully staffed home with a Deputy Manager and Senior Team Leader (aspiring to step up), who both work 40-50% of their hours as off shift or admin time. Culture in the organisation is highly sought after within the industry, and the directors are incredibly passionate about the quality of care and outcomes for their children.

The Package & Benefits:

• Basic Salary: £52,000 - £65,000 p.a, depending on experience and qualifications
• Performance Bonuses: Up to £10,000 p.a, based on Ofsted and Occupancy, plus a successful probation bonus of £150
• Overall package potential: Up to £75k per annum!
• Shared on-call system: On-call rota in place across the two homes and training in place to expand this further to their experienced Team Leaders
• Professional Development: Opportunity to complete a fully funded & accredited Level 7 Strategic Operations for Residential Childcare qualification, paid induction program, and continuous training opportunities, including the therapeutic PACE approach, and more!
• Pathway for promotion: Show great performance and access realistic opportunities for development into a Dual-Registration, Home Opener , or Operations/Senior Management role
• Wellbeing & Recognition: Access to six free counselling sessions, Employee Assistance Program, Support Staff Bonuses, and Employee of the Month rewards
• Holiday: 33 days of paid annual leave, including bank holidays, plus your Birthday off & paid!
• Additional Benefits: earn up to £500 per referral with the Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme, access to a Blue Light Card and other high street discounts.

What Will The Role Entail?

As a Registered Children s Home Manager, you will be the backbone of the home. You will pull from your extensive experience working in children s homes to manage and lead your passionate team to ensure smooth operation of the home, second-to-none delivery of care for young people, and Ofsted excellence.

The Successful Registered Children s Home Manager Candidate Will Excel At:

• Running a children s home to Good or Outstanding standards, adhering to Ofsted s Children s Home Act (2015), Quality Standards, and Safeguarding Procedures
• Managing a staff team, completing supervisions and appraisals, and ensuring trainings are completed in line with Quality Standards
• Developing and reviewing Ofsted required paperwork such as care plans, behaviour support plans, risk assessments, and regulated Reg reports & attending and engaging in LAC, EHCP, PEP and Pathway Planning meetings and reviews.
• Communicating effectively with young people, colleagues, families, and external professionals.
• Conducting administrative tasks such as health and safety checks, medication audits, rotas, finances, and taking part in recruitment activities and inductions
• On-call responsibilities; ensuring the home has your expert advice in out-of-hour crises

Requirements for the Registered Children s Home Manager role:

• Minimum of 2+ years experience leading a team specifically within a children s home environment
• Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
• An understanding of the SCCIF, Children s Home Act (2015), and Quality Standards, the ability to register as a manager with Ofsted, and pass a Fit Person s Interview
• A genuine passion for supporting the well-being and healthy development of young people, as well as for your staff team

If you are keen to discuss the Registered Children s Home Manager vacancy further, have more questions, or this one isn t quite the right fit, please don t hesitate to reach out!

Any successful candidates will, as per Safer Recruitment guidelines, undergo an enhanced DBS check, references, and an employment history verification.

Ofsted Registered Manager Children s Home, North London

About Us:

We are a growing, forward-thinking children s residential care organisation with homes across the Southwest, London, and a multi-home provision in Durham.

As part of our expansion, we are seeking an exceptional Registered Manager to support the development of new services in North London, with clear opportunities to open and lead homes from the ground up.

You ll work with children aged 7 17 who have experienced loss, instability, or trauma, supporting them to rebuild trust, confidence, and hope through trauma-informed, PACE-based practice.

Why Join Us?

• Annual leave: 31 days including bank holidays, plus a bonus day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Bonuses: £1,500 for Good or £3,000 for Outstanding Ofsted inspections; £150 per child per month above agreed occupancy.
• Career progression: Senior RM, Area Manager, or Internal Trainer roles available.
• Enhanced pay: On-call payment.
• Professional development: Fully funded qualifications, including Level 5 Residential Childcare Diploma.
• Wellbeing support: Wellness allowance and Employee Assistance Programme.
• Flexible & hybrid working: Up to 2 days from home plus flexitime options.
• Well-resourced homes: Budgets for training, activities, property maintenance, and holidays.
• Travel & meals: Mileage, company vehicle when required, and meals on shift.
• Perks: Referral bonuses, Blue Light Card discounts, company socials, and donation match scheme.

What You ll Do:

• Lead and manage the home, ensuring smooth operations, staff development, and regulatory compliance.
• Act as Safeguarding Lead, prioritising children s safety and welfare.
• Deliver child-centred, trauma-informed care and support children s independence, education, and wellbeing.
• Oversee admissions, transitions, care planning, and accurate record-keeping.
• Build strong relationships with families, social workers, schools, and external agencies.
• Drive continuous improvement, audits, and compliance with all statutory requirements.

About You:

Essential Experience:

• 5+ years working with children in residential care, including 2+ years in a supervisory, Deputy Manager, or management role.
• Experience in LD (Learning Disabilities) or EDB (Emotional, Developmental, or Behavioural) settings.
• Proven track record of achieving at least a Good Ofsted rating as a Registered Manager or senior leadership team member.

Essential Qualifications & Knowledge:

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Children s Residential Care (or equivalent, fully recognised).
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted requirements and Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015.

Safeguarding:

• Commitment to safeguarding; all applicants will undergo enhanced DBS checks, reference verification, and pre-employment screening.