Children's Registered Manager

Keyline care supported living; Stapleford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

40-hour Full-Time Contract

30 days annual leave (including bank_h

Job summary

Keyline Care is opening a brand-new solo children’s home near Mansfield, seeking a Registered Manager to lead with compassion and transform outcomes for one child with EBD.

You will recruit and develop a small, dedicated team, establish a therapeutic, trauma-informed culture, and ensure Ofsted readiness and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy in children's residential care.
• Strong knowledge of legislation, regulations, and Ofsted inspection frameworks.
• Willingness to complete NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare.

Responsibilities

• Oversee OFSTED registration and launch of the solo home.
• Recruit, develop, and lead a small team with a therapeutic and child-centred approach.
• Establish nurturing and structured environment tailored to the individual needs of one child.
• Maintain safeguarding and compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and OFSTED expectations.
• Build strong relationships with local authorities, external professionals, and families.
• Embed a culture of reflection, stability and care that prioritises long-term outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Ofsted knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Education

NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Children s Registered Manager

Ready to lead with compassion and create brighter futures for children Apply today to join our team where your dedication, resilience, and care can transform young lives every day.

We re seeking a passionate, experiences, motivated Registered Manager to lead a brand-new solo children s home near Mansfield. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to open and shape a high-quality therapeutic home from day one, providing focused care for a child with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). This role is ideal for a current Registered Manager or a strong Deputy ready to take the next step in their career, with full support from the Senior Leadership Team and access to sector-leading therapeutic and operational resources.

Job Type: Full-Time (40 hours per week), Monday Friday 9am-5pm

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000

What We Offer

• Competitive Salary
• 40-hour Full-Time Contract
• 30 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
• Option to complete Level 7
• Performance-related bonus of up to £6,000 annually (based on Ofsted rating, compliance and occupancy)
• Additional on-call payments
• Ongoing CPD and development opportunities, including therapeutic and leadership training.
• Supportive Senior Management Team

What We re Looking For

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in a children s residential setting (EBD/solo care preferred).
• Strong knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and Ofsted inspection frameworks.
• NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete)
• A resilient, compassionate leader who can establish a positive culture from the outset.
• A commitment to therapeutic, trauma-informed care and improving outcomes for children.

Requirements

• Must have the right to work in the UK
• Must be able to speak and understand English to a good standard for effective communication, record-keeping and safeguarding the wellbeing of those you will be supporting.
• A full Enhanced DBS Check will be required for the successful candidates
• Please note we do not currently hold a sponsorship licence and are therefore unable to offer visa sponsorship.

What You ll Be Doing

• Oversee the OFSTED registration and successful launch of the solo home.
• Recruit, develop, and lead a small, dedicated team with a therapeutic and child-centred approach.
• Establish a nurturing and structured environment tailored to the individual needs of one child.
• Maintain high standard of safeguarding and compliance with Children s Homes Regulations and OFSTED expectations.
• Build strong relationships with local authorities, external professionals, and families.
• Embed a culture of reflection, stability and care that priorities the long-term outcomes of the child.

About Us

Keyline Care is a recognised and respected provider of supported living and adult services, known for delivering high-quality, person-centred support to individuals with complex needs. With a strong track record in empowering adults to live safe, meaningful, and independent lives, we are now expanding into Ofsted-registered children s residential care.

This exciting new chapter reflects our commitment to supporting young people with high acuity needs, including emotional and behavioural challenges, developmental trauma, and attachment difficulties. Our new children s homes are designed to offer intensive, trauma-informed therapeutic care, led by skilled teams and supported by clinical professionals.

What makes Keyline unique is our seamless pathway from childhood through to adulthood. Our model offers young people the opportunity to receive focused therapeutic support in a stable home environment, an when ready to transition into our existing, well-established supported living and adult services. His approach promotes continuity, emotional security, and sustained progress through each stage of a young person s journey. With a strong infrastructure and years of experience delivering regulated services, we are well-equipped to provide safe, consistent, and high-impact care that helps young people heal, grown and achieve long-term positive outcomes.