Registered Manager

Registered Manager - Children's Home

 

Location: London, England

Salary: £53,000 - £60,800 a year (Base salary £53,000, with potential to earn up to £60,800 through bonuses)

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

A successful children's care provider is seeking an experienced and dedicated Registered Manager for a 4-bed residential home in London. The home is Ofsted-rated "Good" and provides a positive and nurturing environment for young people aged 11-17 with challenging behaviour. The ideal candidate will be a passionate leader with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, child-centred care.

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Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the daily operations of the children's home.

• Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations, Children's Homes Regulations, and Quality Standards.

• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, implementing and embedding robust safeguarding procedures.

• Develop and oversee individualised care plans that prioritise the well-being and growth of each child.

• Lead staff recruitment, training, and professional development.

• Manage the home's budget and resources effectively.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with external agencies and professionals.

• Be responsible for the staff rota, including evenings, weekends, and on-call duties.

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Required Experience & Qualifications

• Management Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of proven managerial experience in a residential children's home.

• Ofsted Experience: Direct experience with Ofsted inspections and regulatory compliance.

• Qualifications: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent). A minimum NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People is also required.

• Driving: Full UK driving licence with business insurance.

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Skills

• Inspirational leadership and team management.

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• Confident decision-making and problem-solving.

• Strong report writing and record-keeping abilities.

• Knowledge of the Children's Act 1989 and Care Standards Act 2000.

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Benefits

• Bonuses: Up to £3,000 for an Outstanding Ofsted report, £1,500 for a Good report, and a £400 monthly full occupancy bonus.

• Travel: Company car or £3,000 travel allowance.

• Annual Leave: 32 days per year (including bank holidays), increasing with service.

• Pension: Government workplace pension scheme.

• Additional: Company mobile phone and a local parking permit.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and approval by the appropriate statutory body (Ofsted).