Registered Manager Children's Home

Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Location: Maidstone
Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 (DOE)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

We’re supporting a children’s care provider to recruit an experienced Registered Manager for a residential home in Maidstone.

This is an excellent opportunity for an established Registered Manager with a strong track record of achieving ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted ratings, looking to join a supportive organisation and play a key role in the ongoing development of a high-quality service.

The Role

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of the home, ensuring young people receive high standards of care within a safe, nurturing and structured environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the day-to-day operations of the home in line with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015
• Ensuring young people receive high-quality emotional and physical care
• Creating a positive environment with appropriate activities and a comfortable living space
• Building, leading and developing a high-performing staff team
• Providing induction, supervision and appraisals to support staff development
• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and all regulatory requirements
• Overseeing care planning, risk management and outcomes for young people
• Managing budgets, administration and overall service performance
• Promoting a culture of teamwork, transparency and continuous improvement

The Ideal Candidate

We’re keen to speak with experienced Registered Managers who can demonstrate strong leadership and a commitment to high standards.

You will have:

• Proven experience as a Registered Manager within children’s residential care
• A track record of achieving ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted ratings
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and regulatory frameworks
• Excellent leadership, communication and team development skills
• A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)
• A minimum Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Childcare
• A commitment to ongoing professional development
• Willingness to undergo an enhanced DBS check and provide references

Why Apply?

• Join a provider committed to delivering high-quality care and positive outcomes
• Be part of a supportive management team and wider organisation
• Access to ongoing training, development and clinical support
• Competitive salary and benefits package including pension
• Long-term progression and career development opportunities

Process

Interviews are available immediately, with a quick turnaround for suitable candidates.