RM - step up DM

Registered Manager - step up Deputy Manager

Location: Taplow, Maidenhead (SL6 0FG)

Salary: Very generous 

Hours: 9am - 5pm with flexibility to work from home one or two days per week

About the Opportunity

We are excited to be opening a brand-new children's home in Taplow, offering a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to take the next step in their career.

This is a rare chance to establish a home from the very beginning, build a positive culture, recruit your own team, and create an environment where children can thrive.

We are looking for a passionate leader who is committed to achieving outstanding outcomes for children and who shares our vision of providing safe, nurturing and therapeutic care.

The Role

As the Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership and management of the home, ensuring full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015, Quality Standards and all relevant legislation.

You will lead your team by example, ensuring children receive high-quality, child-centred care while creating a positive and supportive working environment for staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Register with Ofsted as the Registered Manager of the home.
• Provide strong leadership and effective management to the residential team.
• Develop a culture that promotes safeguarding, respect, stability and positive outcomes.
• Ensure the home operates in accordance with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Promote excellent safeguarding practice and ensure all staff understand their responsibilities.
• Recruit, supervise, mentor and develop a high-performing team.
• Complete regular supervisions, appraisals and performance management.
• Manage budgets effectively and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Build positive relationships with placing authorities, families, education providers, health professionals and external agencies.
• Ensure children's care plans are implemented effectively and reviewed regularly.
• Maintain accurate records and produce high-quality reports.
• Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections.
• Drive continuous improvement throughout the service.

About You

We are looking for someone who is passionate about making a genuine difference to children's lives.

You will have:

• Experience working within an Ofsted-regulated children's residential home.
• Previous experience as a Registered Manager or substantial experience as a Deputy Manager ready for registration.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or be working towards it where appropriate).
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Excellent knowledge of safeguarding legislation and children's residential regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Experience managing staff performance and developing teams.
• Confidence working with external professionals and local authorities.
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and make informed decisions.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Desirable

• Experience opening a new children's home.
• Experience supporting children with emotional and behavioural needs.
• Successful Ofsted inspection experience.
• Knowledge of therapeutic care models.

What We Offer

Excellent salary package.

Performance-related incentives.

Occupancy bonus paid quarterly or annually.

Welcome bonus.

Genuine opportunity to shape a brand-new service.

Ongoing professional development.

Support from an experienced Responsible Individual and senior leadership team.

Excellent career progression opportunities.

A supportive, child-focused working environment where your ideas and leadership will be valued.

Our Commitment

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is at the heart of everything we do. All appointments are subject to satisfactory safer recruitment checks, including an Enhanced DBS, references and all pre-employment screening in line with the Children's Homes Regulations and statutory guidance.

YourRecruit is acting as a recruitment partner on behalf of our client. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references, right to work checks, and safer recruitment requirements. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect every applicant to demonstrate the same commitment