Registered Manager

Registered Manager – Children's Home

Romford, East London | Full-Time | Permanent | 40 Hours Per Week

We are seeking an experienced Registered Manager to join our Ofsted-registered children's home in Romford, East London. Providing specialist therapeutic care for up to four children aged 8–17 years, this is an exciting opportunity for a passionate Registered Manager to make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people who have experienced complex trauma and abuse.

We would also consider an experienced Deputy Manager looking to progress into a Registered Manager position.

Highly competitive salary – up to £60,000 + annual bonus (negotiable).

What We Require

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in a position relevant to the residential care of children.
• At least 1 year's experience supervising and managing staff.
• NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People's Workforce.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England), or working towards it.
• A "Good" or "Outstanding" grade within your recent Ofsted inspections.
• A good understanding of Therapeutic Practices and PACE.
• The ability to lead effectively as a Registered Manager, ensuring the highest standards of care and regulatory compliance.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide care for children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, ensuring the home operates in compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards 2015.
• Implement and work in accordance with all aspects of the Statement of Purpose within the Children's Home.
• As the Registered Manager, oversee the daily operations of the home while advocating for children and young people, enabling them to thrive and achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Demonstrate a thorough understanding of safeguarding procedures, Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards, implementing these effectively in day-to-day practice.
• Work in line with the Ofsted Social Care Common Inspection Framework (SCCIF).
• Develop, supervise and support the staff team, delegating responsibilities appropriately.
• Participate in an on-call system.
• Work alongside the Responsible Individual, commissioned psychologists and therapists to develop and embed the organisation's therapeutically informed training programme.
• Lead by example as a Registered Manager, promoting a positive culture, continuous improvement and outstanding outcomes for children.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and access to a structured career pathway, including professional qualifications.
• Comprehensive training, professional development opportunities and ongoing support from senior colleagues.
• Attendance bonus every three months, totalling £400 per annum (payable after successful probation).
• NEST Pension Scheme.
• 33 days' annual leave, including bank holidays.