Dual Registered Children's Home Manager

AA Euro Group; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

AA Euro Healthcare is seeking an experienced Ofsted Registered Manager to oversee two specialist children's residential services in Hertfordshire, covering a 4-bed EBD home in Hoddesdon and a 1-bed solo placement in Broxbourne.

The role requires proven Ofsted-registered management experience, strong safeguarding and risk-management skills, and the ability to drive governance, quality assurance and continuous improvement across both services.

Qualifications

• Experience as Ofsted Registered Manager within children's residential care.
• Strong knowledge of the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted Quality Standards.
• Experience managing inspections, compliance and quality assurance.
• Excellent safeguarding and risk management capabilities.
• Level 5 Leadership & Management qualification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Ofsted Registered Manager with overall day-to-day management responsibility for two services.
• Lead and manage staff teams, ensuring safe, effective and child-centred care.
• Ensure full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted Quality Standards.
• Maintain strong safeguarding practices and prioritise welfare and safety of children.
• Develop and implement care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies.
• Monitor progress and placement plans to ensure personalised care.
• Lead recruitment, induction, supervision, and staff development.
• Manage staffing levels, rotas and resources across both services.
• Work with RI and senior leadership to ensure governance and quality assurance.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Communication

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Safeguarding

Education

Level 5 Leadership & Management

Job description

Ofsted Registered Manager - Dual-Registered Children's Residential Services

Locations: Hoddesdon & Broxbourne, Hertfordshire

Salary: £65,000-£70,000 per annum, dependent on experience

Employment: Full-Time

AA Euro Healthcare is recruiting on behalf of a growing children's residential care provider seeking an experienced Ofsted Registered Manager to oversee two specialist children's residential services in Hertfordshire.

The successful candidate will have responsibility for a 4-bed Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) children's home in Hoddesdon and a 1-bed solo placement service in Broxbourne. The services are being developed to provide high-quality, individualised care and support for children and young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager who is looking to take on a dual-registered position and play a key role in developing and maintaining high standards across two specialist services.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Ofsted Registered Manager with overall responsibility for the day-to-day management of the services.
• Successfully manage and maintain registration across both children's residential provisions.
• Lead and manage the staff teams, ensuring safe, effective and child-centred care.
• Ensure full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted Quality Standards.
• Maintain strong safeguarding practices and ensure the welfare and safety of children remain the highest priority.
• Develop and implement care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies.
• Monitor children's progress, outcomes and placement plans, ensuring care is personalised to individual needs.
• Lead recruitment, induction, supervision, appraisal and ongoing development of staff.
• Manage staffing levels, rotas and resources effectively across both services.
• Work closely with the Responsible Individual and senior leadership team to maintain strong governance and quality assurance.
• Prepare the services for Ofsted inspections and respond effectively to any recommendations or requirements.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure all regulatory and organisational documentation is up to date.
• Drive continuous improvement and promote a positive culture within the homes.

Requirements

• Minimum 2-3 years' experience as an Ofsted Registered Manager within children's residential care.
• Proven experience managing an Ofsted-registered children's home.
• Strong knowledge of the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted Quality Standards.
• Experience working with children and young people with EBD, complex needs or challenging behaviours.
• Strong safeguarding and risk management knowledge.
• Proven leadership and staff management experience.
• Experience managing inspections, compliance and quality assurance.
• A relevant Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification is highly desirable.
• Strong communication, organisational and decision-making skills.
• Full UK driving licence desirable.

What's on Offer

• £65,000-£70,000 salary, dependent on experience.
• Full-time Registered Manager position with responsibility for two specialist services.
• Opportunity to take on a dual-registered role across a 4-bed EBD home and a 1-bed solo placement.
• Opportunity to work closely with an experienced Responsible Individual and senior leadership team.
• A key leadership role within a growing children's residential care provider.
• Opportunity to shape the culture, quality and development of both services from the outset.