Children’s Home Registered Manager

NFP People Limited; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A not-for-profit organisation seeks a Children's Home Registered Manager in Reading to lead semi-independent services for youths. You will ensure high-quality care, manage staff, and maintain compliance with Ofsted standards. The ideal candidate will have management experience in a care setting and comprehensive knowledge of safeguarding practices. A driving license and eligibility to work in the UK are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience managing services for children and young people.
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed practices.
• Ability to manage staff performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team for effective service delivery.
• Maintain Ofsted registration and compliance.
• Create and review support plans for young people.

Skills

Leadership

Understanding of safeguarding

Knowledge of UK legislation

Operational quality management

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children & Young People)

Job description

Overview

Children's Home Registered Manager

Location: Reading

Salary: £40,000 - £42,000

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

About the Role

As the Children's Home Registered Manager, you will take the lead in delivering safe, supportive and empowering accommodation for young people preparing to transition to independent adulthood. You will be responsible for the effective day-to-day running of semi-independent services, line managing staff teams and ensuring that services meet all regulatory and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Holding Ofsted registration and maintaining full compliance with inspection and regulatory requirements.
• Leading and managing a team of support workers and team leads to deliver consistent, high-quality care.
• Overseeing daily operations and ensuring environments are safe, supportive and tailored to young people's individual needs.
• Creating, implementing and reviewing support plans and risk assessments.
• Promoting safeguarding, personal development and the rights of young people.
• Developing strong relationships with local authorities, families, and other external stakeholders.
• Preparing services for Ofsted inspections and responding effectively to feedback.

This is a key leadership role for someone who is passionate about making a difference and improving outcomes for vulnerable young people.

About You

You will be a strong and compassionate leader with a deep understanding of the needs of young people in care and supported accommodation.

You will have:

• Experience managing services for children and young people, ideally within supported or semi-independent settings.
• A strong working knowledge of relevant UK legislation, safeguarding, and trauma-informed practice.
• Confidence in managing staff performance and ensuring operational quality.
• A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children & Young People) or be willing to work towards it.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted
• (Desirable) Registered Ofsted Inspector.

Essential: You must also have a full UK driving licence, be eligible to work in the UK, and be able to pass an enhanced DBS check.

About the Organisation

This opportunity is offered through NFP People on behalf of a not-for-profit organisation committed to delivering holistic, person-centred care. Services include Ofsted-registered residential care, semi-independent accommodation and family-focused support for children and young people across Reading.

The organisation's dedicated team empowers young people to build confidence, independence and a brighter future, offering high quality support in a nurturing and trauma-informed environment.

Other job titles

Other job titles that may apply to this role: Children\'s Home Registered Manager, Ofsted Registered Manager, Children\'s Residential Service Manager, Young People\'s Supported Accommodation Manager, Semi-Independent Services Manager, Youth Services Manager, Children & Young People\'s Service Manager.