Registered Manager - Supported Accommodation

Job Title: Registered Manager – Supported Accommodation for Young People
Location: Reading, Berkshire, United Kingdom
Salary: £50k - £55k

Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Manager to lead a supported accommodation service for young people aged 16 and older. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care that promotes independence, well-being, and positive outcomes for young people. This is an excellent opportunity for a professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for supporting vulnerable young people to make a real difference in their lives. The Registered Manager will oversee all aspects of service management, compliance, safeguarding, and staff development in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the Ofsted Registered Manager, ensuring full compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Lead the service in line with the Statement of Purpose, embedding the organisation’s vision, values, and aims.
• Provide leadership, motivation, and support to staff, fostering a positive and professional team culture.
• Recruit, induct, supervise, and develop staff to ensure a skilled and motivated workforce.
• Monitor staff performance, conduct appraisals, and manage conduct or capability issues.
• Manage the service budget efficiently, ensuring resources are allocated appropriately.
• Develop workforce plans to address staffing capacity, training needs, and succession planning.
• Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion within the team and service.
• Ensure the service maintains a ‘Good’ or above rating with Ofsted and other regulatory bodies.
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring safeguarding policies are robust and staff are trained.
• Oversee risk assessments for young people and the environment, updating them regularly.
• Maintain accurate records, including safeguarding concerns, incident logs, and staff files.
• Lead on support planning, working with young people, social workers, and external agencies to develop personalised pathways.
• Facilitate young people's participation in decision-making and promote independence skills.
• Prepare the service for inspections, ensuring all documentation and evidence of good practice are up to date.
• Use data and feedback to drive continuous improvement and service development.

Requirements:

• Relevant Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management or willingness to complete within the required timescale.
• Significant experience working with vulnerable young people.
• Strong understanding of Supported Accommodation Regulations and Ofsted’s inspection framework.
• Proven leadership and management skills.
• Excellent safeguarding knowledge and risk management skills.
• Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to promoting independence, equality, and positive outcomes for young people.

Desirable:

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager in children’s homes or supported accommodation.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice and adolescent development.
• Additional qualifications in social care, housing, or youth work.

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.