Location: Enfield, London
Salary: £50,000- £65,000 per annum (Dependant on experience)
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reporting to: Responsible Individual (RI) & Managing Director
About Us
Our client is looking for a passionate, experienced and ambitious Ofsted Registered Manager to oversee a dual-home service, although there is also the option for candidates who would prefer to manage a single home. The home(s) is designed to support young people aged 7–17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
Whether you’re an experienced Registered Manager or a strong Deputy ready to take that next step, we want to hear from you. This is a rare opportunity to shape a new home from the ground up, with the full support of a hands-on, ambitious director team who are committed to your success.
You'll have the autonomy to build a culture of excellence and care, backed by robust systems, investment and a long-term growth plan that reflects our belief in doing things the right way.
Why Join Us?
Benefits include:
Performance-based bonuses
Opportunity to step into a multi-home leadership role as our client expands
What You'll Be Responsible For
Leadership & Compliance
Lead the home in line with Children’s Homes Regulations and the Quality Standards (2015)
Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
Ensure Ofsted readiness at all times and aim for an “Outstanding” rating
Review and maintain the Statement of Purpose regularly
Care Delivery
Oversee high-quality, person-centred care for children aged 8–17
Champion a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach
Collaborate with therapists, social workers and other professionals
Empower young people to be heard in all aspects of their care
Team Development
Recruit and train a committed team
Lead regular supervisions, appraisals and team meetings
Build a culture of positivity, consistency and accountability
Operations & Resource Management
Manage rotas, admissions and home audits
Maintain a safe, compliant and warm home environment
Monitor budgets and ensure financial efficiency
Keep accurate, timely records across all areas
Stakeholder Engagement
Build strong relationships with professionals and local authorities
Manage the submission of Reg 44 and Reg 45 reports
Represent the home and organisational values in all external engagements
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willing to complete within 12 months)
Level 3 or 4 in Residential Childcare already achieved
5+ years’ experience in children’s residential care
At least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role
A strong understanding of safeguarding and regulatory compliance
Proven success achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes
Desirable:
Additional training in therapeutic models or child psychology
Experience working with children with EBD in a solo or small group home
You’ll also need:
Resilience, vision and a commitment to quality
Strong leadership and people skills
A full manual driving licence
Flexibility to be part of the on-call rota
Ambition to grow into a group leadership role
Salary description
£50000.00 - £60000.00 per year