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Registered Manager – Residential Child Care Are you an experienced Registered Manager or Deputy Manager looking for your next opportunity within Residential Child Care? We are currently seeking a passionate and dedicated Registered Manager to lead a dual-registered residential service supporting children and young people across two solo homes in close proximity. This is an exciting opportunity to join a therapeutic and child-focused provider committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for vulnerable young people. The Role As Registered Manager, you will lead and inspire your team to create safe, nurturing, and supportive environments where children and young people can thrive. You will be responsible for maintaining OFSTED compliance, driving high standards of care, and ensuring positive outcomes for every young person within the service. You will receive ongoing support from senior leadership teams alongside access to specialist therapeutic resources and training.
Job Responsibility
Lead and manage two solo residential homes
Ensure full OFSTED compliance and high-quality care standards
Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people
Lead, motivate, and develop residential staff teams
Manage care planning, risk assessments, and quality assurance processes
Build positive relationships with external professionals, families, and stakeholders
Drive continuous improvement across the service
Requirements
Level 4 Children and Young People Practitioner Qualification, Level 3 Residential Childcare, or equivalent
A minimum of two years’ experience within the last five years working in children’s residential care
At least one year’s experience within the last five years supervising or managing staff within a residential setting
Strong knowledge of safeguarding, OFSTED regulations, and quality standards
Excellent leadership and communication skills
Good IT skills, including experience with Microsoft packages
A full UK driving licence
Nice to have
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (or working towards)
Knowledge or experience of Therapeutic Parenting approaches
What we offer
10% discretionary annual bonus
Generous joining bonus
33 days annual leave
Fully funded relevant qualifications and training
Private Medical Insurance
Pension scheme
Life Assurance
Healthcare cash-back plan including dental, optical, counselling support, and 24/7 GP access
Blue Light Card discounts
Employee referral scheme
Access to employee benefits and discount platforms
Full induction programme
Therapeutic parenting training
Specialist restraint training
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Quarterly newsletters and employee engagement initiatives
Payment of relevant professional membership and disclosure fees