Dual Registered Manager

Randstad Care AS; Consett; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary

Performance enhancements up to £3,600/

33 days annual leave

Dedicated Support Network

Professional Development

Pension scheme

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Job summary

Randstad Care is recruiting a Dual Registered Manager for two children’s residential provisions in the Consett area. You will oversee an established home and lead the setup, recruitment and Ofsted registration for a second service, ensuring safeguarding excellence and regulatory compliance.

The role requires proven Ofsted Registered Manager experience, dual sector expertise (SEMH and Learning Disabilities/Autism), and a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare.

Qualifications

• Proven Ofsted Registered Manager experience in children's residential services.
• Experience leading two-site operations or major multi-site steps.
• Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations (2015).
• Experience in commissioning and registering new homes.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel between services.

Responsibilities

• Oversee two provisions (two homes) with regulatory compliance and safeguarding.
• Lead initial setup, fit-out, policy rollout and Ofsted registration for the new home.
• Provide inspirational leadership and drive positive outcomes for children.
• Work with senior leadership and central teams to ensure high standards.

Skills

Ofsted Registered Manager experience

Dual sector SEMH & Learning Disabilit*

Regulatory knowledge

Commissioning and registration

Driving licence

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Job description

Dual Registered Manager - Children's Residential Services

Location: Consett and Surrounding Area, County Durham

Salary: £65,000 base salary + performance enhancements up to £7,200

Total Potential Earnings: Up to £72,200 per annum (Open to further discussion for exceptional candidates)

Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Annual Leave: 33 days (inclusive of bank holidays), rising by 1 day per year of service up to 5 years

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced, forward-thinking Registered Manager looking to take the next defining step in your leadership career?

We are seeking an outstanding leader to take on a rare and rewarding dual-management role based in the Consett area. You will oversee an established, fully staffed home while playing the pivotal role in launching, registering, and leading a brand-new residential service from the ground up.

The Role and Responsibilities

As Dual Registered Manager, you will have operational leadership across two distinct provisions (subject to Ofsted registration approval):

• House 1 (Established Provision): Maintain the high standard of care and leadership in our settled, fully staffed children's home supporting young people with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.




• House 2 (Commissioning and Registration): Lead the initial setup, fit-out, recruitment, policy rollout, and Ofsted registration of our second home, which supports young people with Learning Disabilities and Autism.




• Dual Oversight: Once operational, provide robust, inspirational leadership across both services, ensuring seamless regulatory compliance, safeguarding excellence, and positive outcomes for all children in our care.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven Experience: Demonstrable track record as an Ofsted Registered Manager (or experienced Deputy Manager ready for a major multi-site step) within children's residential services.




• Dual Sector Expertise: Direct, hands-on experience in both SEMH and Learning Disabilities / Autism services is essential.




• Regulatory Track Record: A deep working knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations (2015), the Quality Standards, and a proven history of positive Ofsted inspection outcomes.




• Commissioning Acumen: Prior experience or strong capability in leading registration inspections and commissioning new homes.




• Qualifications: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification).




• Driver: A full UK driving licence with willingness to travel between services locally.

Rewards and Benefits

• Competitive Base Salary: £65,000 per annum (further negotiation available for exceptional candidates).




• Performance Enhancements: Up to £3,600 bonus per home per year (£7,200 total), bringing total on-target earnings up to £72,200.




• Generous Holiday Allowance: 33 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), increasing by 1 day for each completed year of service (up to an additional 5 days).




• Dedicated Support Network: Comprehensive backing from senior leadership, administrative support, and central clinical and operational teams.




• Professional Development: Continuous senior leadership support, progression pathways, and funded training opportunities.




• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Pension scheme, health and wellbeing initiatives, and additional benefits upon onboarding.

Randstad Care is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.