Dual-Registered Manager Open & Lead Two Children's Homes

The Methodist Church in Britain; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Referral scheme paying up to £1,000

Career development opportunities

Blue Light discounts

Early pay on demand

Company pension scheme

Job summary

Agincare's not-for-profit children's services are opening two residential homes and need a manager to lead both from the start. The post holder would run daily operations, build team culture and care practice, and prepare both homes for registration and Ofsted inspection.

This dual registered manager role requires a Level 5 leadership qualification and experience in leading Ofsted inspections, with a focus on safeguarding and high-quality care delivery.

Qualifications

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) or equivalent
• 3+ years in children's residential care, including leadership/managerial experience
• Experience leading Ofsted inspections

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the two children's residential homes
• Lead and support staff teams to create a safe, positive and inclusive environment
• Establish and develop the new services from opening
• Create positive team cultures and implement care practices
• Prepare both homes for registration and Ofsted inspection
• Ensure high-quality care delivery and regulatory compliance
• Plan and implement care plans and maintain documentation to a high standard
• Help shape and embed best practice across both homes from the outset

Skills

Team leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

Regulatory compliance

Ofsted familiarity

Education

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

Job description

Agincare's not-for-profit children's services are opening two residential homes and need a manager to lead both from the start. The post holder would run daily operations, build team culture and care practice, and prepare both homes for registration and Ofsted inspection.

This dual registered manager role requires a Level 5 leadership qualification and experience in leading Ofsted inspections, with a focus on safeguarding and high-quality care delivery.