Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home

Job Description:

We are currently launching a new children’s residential home and are looking to appoint an experienced and committed Registered Manager to lead the service through registration and into operation.

This is an opportunity to build and shape a home from the ground up. You will play a key role in developing a high-quality service supporting children with complex needs including autism, learning disabilities and emotional and behavioural needs.

We are focused on creating a stable, well-run home that delivers real outcomes for children, and we are looking for someone who shares that vision.

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The Role

You will be responsible for leading the Ofsted registration process and preparing the home for opening.

You will then take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home once registered, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding and compliance are maintained.

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What You Will Be Doing

● Leading the Ofsted registration process

● Developing and reviewing the Statement of Purpose and policies

● Attending Ofsted interviews and demonstrating suitability

● Setting up staffing structure, rotas and systems

● Building and leading a strong care team

● Ensuring full compliance with Ofsted regulations and quality standards

● Creating a safe, stable and supportive environment for children

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What We Are Looking For

● Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

● Minimum 2 years experience in a children’s residential setting

● Experience in a supervisory or management role

● Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and quality standards

● Confident, organised and committed to high-quality care

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What We Offer

● Competitive salary with progression as the home grows

● £5,000 mobilisation retainer during the registration phase

● Opportunity to build and lead your own service

● Supportive ownership and leadership team

● Performance bonus linked to Ofsted outcomes

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Important Information

This role begins during the pre-registration phase and includes active involvement in the Ofsted application and interview process.

The position becomes full-time once the home is registered and operational.

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Apply

If you are interested in leading a new children’s home and want to be part of something from the beginning, we would love to hear from you.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Education:

• Certificate of Higher Education (preferred)

Experience:

• Children’s Residential Home: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Health and social care level 5 certificate (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person