Children&Rsquo;S Registered Manager - Residential Services

Service Care Solutions; Stretford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care organization in Stretford is seeking an experienced Children's Registered Manager to oversee the care for children with complex needs. The role involves managing a team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and working closely with families and agencies. Candidates must hold a relevant qualification and have substantial experience in the field, including leadership skills. This position offers professional development opportunities and a referral bonus.

Benefits

Supportive leadership

Professional development opportunities

Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Hold a final level Social Work or equivalent professional qualification or ability to complete within an agreed timescale.
• Substantial experience working with children and young people in residential care, including at least 1 year in a senior or management role.
• Enhanced DBS clearance with children's barred list check.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Registered Manager in line with Ofsted registration and National Minimum Standards.
• Lead a residential team, providing supervision, direction, and development opportunities.
• Manage high-risk and complex cases, ensuring effective risk assessments and safeguarding practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Problem-solving

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care

NVQ4 in Care Management

Job description

Children's Registered Manager - Residential Services

Location: Old Hall Road Children's Home

Contact: (url removed)

Are you a passionate and experienced leader in children's residential care? We are seeking a dedicated Children's Registered Manager to oversee and lead our residential service at Old Hall Road Children's Home. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with complex needs.

About the Role

As the Registered Manager, you will take responsibility for the delivery of high-quality residential care in line with the Children Act 1989, National Minimum Standards, and Ofsted requirements. You will manage a dedicated team of residential staff, ensuring effective supervision, training, and performance management. You will work closely with children, families, and multi‑agency partners to deliver positive outcomes and ensure a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Registered Manager in line with Ofsted registration and National Minimum Standards.
• Lead a residential team, providing supervision, direction, and development opportunities.
• Manage high-risk and complex cases, ensuring effective risk assessments and safeguarding practices.
• Oversee service delivery, staffing, and budgets, ensuring the home operates effectively 24/7.
• Maintain compliance with statutory and regulatory frameworks and promote a culture of restorative practice.
• Ensure children and young people have up‑to‑date care records and participate in their care planning.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with families, colleagues, and external agencies.

About You

• Hold a final level Social Work or equivalent professional qualification (CQSW, CSS, DipSW, Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care) or ability to complete within an agreed timescale.
• NVQ4 in Care Management (or willingness to undertake).
• Substantial experience working with children and young people in residential care, including at least 1 year in a senior or management role.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, Children's Act, National Minimum Standards and Ofsted frameworks.
• Proven experience in staff recruitment, supervision and performance management.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organisational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work flexibly and provide cover as needed.
• Enhanced DBS clearance with children's barred list check.
• Car user with ability to meet travel requirements of the role.

We Offer

• A values‑based organisation committed to the development and well‑being of both staff and children.
• The opportunity to shape and influence a high‑quality residential service.
• Supportive leadership and professional development opportunities.
• Referral Bonus: If you refer a candidate who is successful, you could receive £250.

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to: (url removed)