Children's Registered Home Manager

Purosearch Ltd; Walsall; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonus

Lead the opening of a brand-new 2-bed

Autonomy to recruit and develop staff

Flexible start date

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd in Walsall is seeking an experienced Registered Manager for a new 2-bed children’s residential home. You will lead the opening, recruit and develop staff, and shape culture from day one.

You should have an Ofsted Registered Manager background or be a Deputy ready to step up, with Level 5 Diploma and experience with EBD, trauma-informed practice, and safeguarding. Driving licence and commute to Walsall required. Salary £55,000–£60,000 with a performance bonus.

Qualifications

• Experience as Ofsted Registered Manager or Deputy ready to step up.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).
• Experience in children's residential care, ideally with EBD.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practice.
• Understanding of Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Experience with Regulation 44 and Regulation 45 processes.
• Safeguarding and safer recruitment knowledge.
• Track record towards Good/Outstanding Ofsted outcomes (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead the registration of the home with Ofsted and oversee the registration process.
• Prepare the home for its first Ofsted inspection and drive positive inspection outcomes.
• Recruit, lead and develop a high-quality residential staff team.
• Create a positive, child-centred and trauma-informed culture from the outset.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and safeguarding standards.
• Develop and implement care planning, risk management and QA systems.
• Monitor performance and drive continuous improvement across the service.
• Maintain accurate records and regulatory documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Trauma-informed practice

Safeguarding

Ofsted knowledge

Staff development

DBS check

Driving licence

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Registered Manager – Children's Residential Home

Location: Walsall, West Midlands
Salary: £55,000–£60,000 per annum (DOE) + Performance-Related Bonus Package
Home Size: New 2-bed Children's Residential Home (EBD)

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £55,000–£60,000 per annum (DOE)
• Performance-related bonus package
• Opportunity to lead the opening of a brand-new 2-bed children's residential home
• Play a key role in shaping the culture, values and standards of the service from day one
• Full autonomy to recruit and develop your own staff team
• Flexible start date for the right candidate
• Long-term career development opportunities within a growing organisation

What We're Looking For

• Existing Ofsted Registered Manager, or an experienced Deputy Manager ready to step into a Registered Manager position
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or currently working towards)
• Proven experience working within children's residential care, ideally supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
• Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice
• Demonstrable knowledge of the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
• Experience of Regulation 44 and Regulation 45 processes
• Good understanding of safeguarding and safer recruitment practices
• Track record of contributing towards Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes (preferred)
• Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
• Ability to build, motivate and develop a high-performing residential team
• Enhanced DBS check
• Full UK Driving Licence
• Ability to commute to Walsall

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the registration of the home with Ofsted and oversee the registration process
• Prepare the home for its first Ofsted inspection and drive positive inspection outcomes
• Recruit, lead and develop a high-quality residential staff team
• Create a positive, child-centred and trauma-informed culture from the outset
• Ensure the home operates in full compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and safeguarding requirements
• Develop and implement robust care planning, risk management and quality assurance systems
• Promote outstanding safeguarding practices across the service
• Oversee the day-to-day management of the home, ensuring high standards of care for children and young people
• Build effective relationships with local authorities, families and partner agencies
• Monitor performance, compliance and continuous improvement across the service
• Maintain accurate records, reports and regulatory documentation
• Ensure positive outcomes for children and young people through effective leadership and high-quality care