Childrens Home Manager OFSTED Registered

Safe Haven Talent Limited; Hertford; On-site; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist care provider in Hertford is seeking a Registered Children's Home Manager to lead their residential home. You will oversee daily operations, ensure compliance with regulations, and support a dedicated team to help vulnerable young people thrive. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in a similar setting and holds an NVQ Level 5 Diploma. This full-time position offers a competitive salary of up to £70,000 per year plus additional benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Health & wellbeing programme

Company pension

Discounted meals

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recent experience as an OFSTED Registered Manager in a children's residential setting.
• Strong understanding of EBD trauma-informed practice and safeguarding legislation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations ensuring a high-quality and nurturing residential environment.
• Lead, motivate and support a dedicated care team through effective supervision.

Skills

Crisis Management

Developmental Disabilities Experience

Management Experience

Supervising Experience

Strong Communication Skills

Education

NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Our client provides specialist residential care for children and young people with complex emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). Their mission is to create safe nurturing environments where children can heal grow and thrive. We use a trauma-informed child-centred approach supporting every child through personalised care education and life skills development.

As the Registered Childrens Home Manager youll lead one of their homes with empathy professionalism and integrity. Youll oversee daily operations guide a passionate team and ensure the home operates in full compliance with OFSTED regulations. Most importantly youll play a vital role in transforming the lives of the young people in our care.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations ensuring a high-quality and nurturing residential environment.
• Lead, motivate and support a dedicated care team through effective supervision and coaching.
• Ensure compliance with OFSTED and all relevant childcare legislation.
• Build strong supportive relationships with children, families and professionals.
• Develop, review and monitor personalised care and behaviour management plans.
• Promote safety, wellbeing and development for every young person in your care.

All applicants are required to complete a quick eight-question assessment with simple yes or no answers. This short assessment helps determine key skills and suitability for the role before progressing to interview stage.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years recent experience as an OFSTED Registered Manager in a childrens residential setting.
• NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).
• Strong understanding of EBD trauma-informed practice and safeguarding legislation.
• Proven leadership, organisational and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication skills with children, families and professionals.
• High emotional intelligence, empathy and resilience under pressure.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

Benefits

Competitive salary up to 70000 per annum quarterly performance bonuses.

Generous annual leave allowance.

Health & wellbeing programme and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Company pension and cycle-to-work scheme.

Discounted or free meals, store discounts and casual dress policy.

Free on-site parking and company events.

Supportive inclusive working culture that values compassion growth and teamwork.

Required Skills

We’re looking for a dynamic leader who blends empathy with excellence and who thrives on building something meaningful from the ground up. Essential: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Minimum 2 years experience as a Registered Manager in an Ofsted-registered childrens home (EBD or similar). Proven track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings. Strong understanding of Childrens Homes Regulations and Quality Standards (2015). Robust safeguarding knowledge and ability to implement effective systems and processes. Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills. Desirable: Experience supporting children with EBD trauma or attachment difficulties. Previous involvement in registering or setting up a new childrens home.

Key Skills

• Crisis Management
• Pain Management
• Developmental Disabilities Experience
• Employee Evaluation
• Direct Support
• Management Experience
• Remodeling
• Case ManagementHome Care
• Nursing
• Supervising Experience
• Social Work

Employment Details

Employment Type: Full Time

Experience: Years

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: 70000 - 70000

All roles are subject to a safer recruitment process, enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Please complete, sign and email the attached Candidate Safeguarding Declaration and Consent Form to the designated contact.

As this role will involve working with vulnerable children please note that the employer takes compliance seriously so note it is an offence for a barred person to apply for this role.