Dual-Registered Manager

Job Title: Dual-Registered Ofsted Service Manager
Location: Central London, Greater London, England
Salary: £72,000 per annum + up to £15,600 bonus (DOE)

Job Description:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced and dedicated Dual-Registered Ofsted Service Manager to lead two adjacent residential children’s homes in Central London. This role offers a unique chance to oversee two well-established EBD services, both rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, with the potential to drive continuous improvement towards ‘Outstanding’. The successful candidate will provide hands-on leadership across both homes, ensuring high standards of care, compliance, and positive outcomes for young people aged 8–17.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the Registered Manager for both 4-bed homes, maintaining legal accountability under the Care Standards Act 2000.
• Lead the strategic development of the services, implementing trauma-informed and therapeutic care practices.
• Drive the homes’ journey from ‘Good’ to ‘Outstanding’ by fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
• Ensure strict adherence to the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Oversee Regulation 44 and 45 reporting, audits, and inspections, acting as the primary contact for Ofsted.
• Manage and support two Deputy Managers, ensuring effective delegation and professional development.
• Oversee recruitment, retention, and supervision of approximately 20–25 staff members across both sites.
• Manage the combined budget, optimising resources across the two homes.
• Oversee referral and matching processes to ensure placement stability and positive environments.
• Liaise with Local Authorities, social workers, and families to deliver bespoke care plans.
• Champion the voice of the child, ensuring their safety, well-being, and high aspirations.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager in an EBD setting with proven ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted ratings.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Exceptional organisational skills to manage two registrations simultaneously.
• Deep understanding of therapeutic care models such as PACE and Trauma-Informed Care.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and develop staff.

The Reward Package:

• Basic salary of £72,000 per annum.
• Bonus scheme of up to £15,600 based on Ofsted ratings, KPIs, and compliance targets.
• The adjacent location of the homes offers a significant logistical advantage, allowing the manager to oversee both services in just five minutes on foot.
• Additional benefits include private healthcare, enhanced pension, a laptop and phone, and 33 days holiday.

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