Dual Registered Manager – Childrens Home

JR United Kingdom; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children’s care provider is seeking a dedicated and experienced Dual Registered Manager to oversee two children’s homes. This role is crucial for ensuring exceptional standards of care, compliance with regulations, and fostering a supportive environment for staff and young individuals in care. The ideal candidate will be passionate about improving the lives of young people and possess significant leadership and management experience in the residential childcare sector.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Manager in residential childcare (dual-site experience a plus).
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, care planning, and staff development.
• Confident in managing compliance, performance, and resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership to ensure high-quality, child-focused care.
• Implement Quality of Life Plans and lead safeguarding efforts.
• Recruit, supervise, and appraise team members effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Empathy

Communication

Cultural Sensitivity

Child-centered Thinking

Job description

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stoke-on-trent, United Kingdom

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

? Dual Registered Manager – Children’s Home

We’re looking for an experienced and dedicated Dual Registered Manager to oversee two children’s homes, ensuring exceptional care and positive outcomes for young people. You’ll hold legal responsibility for both settings, lead the staff teams, and ensure excellence in care delivery, compliance, and safeguarding.

? Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strong leadership to ensure high-quality, child-focused care.
• Ensure compliance with Children’s Home Regulations & Quality Standards.
• Implement Quality of Life Plans and therapeutic practices (PACE model).
• Develop and support staff through training, supervision, and reflection.
• Role model professionalism, integrity, and a “can-do” attitude.
• Lead safeguarding and respond to referrals swiftly and appropriately.
• Foster a culture of safety, emotional sensitivity, and respect.
• Ensure adherence to risk management and supervision plans.
• Oversee accurate and high-standard recording and reporting systems.

?? People Management

• Recruit, supervise, and appraise team members to ensure excellence.
• Manage rotas, leave, training schedules, and absence procedures.
• Delegate effectively and guide daily shift planning.
• Promote accountability, collaboration, and positive communication.

? Culture & Values

• Champion inclusion, respect, and cultural sensitivity.
• Create a therapeutic and homely environment for children.
• Lead with empathy, transparency, and child-centered thinking.
• Uphold high standards in cleanliness, homemaking, and safety.

? Communication & Networking

• Build strong relationships with families, professionals, and agencies.
• Ensure effective handovers and high-quality written communication.
• Share information transparently and challenge poor practice.
• Manage budgets, petty cash, and resource allocation.
• Submit reports, timesheets, and schedules as required.
• Implement policies and operational procedures effectively.
• Contribute to wider organisational goals and initiatives.

? Professional Development

• Commit to ongoing learning and personal growth.
• Engage in supervision and provide reflective supervision for staff.
• Lead and participate in team meetings and clinical consultations.

Ideal Candidate:

• Experience as a Registered Manager in residential childcare (dual-site experience a plus).
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, care planning, and staff development.
• Confident in managing compliance, performance, and resources.
• Passionate about improving the lives of young people in care.