Interim Ofsted Registered Manager

Leaders In Care Ltd; Cheadle; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare services provider in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Ofsted Registered Manager to oversee a new Children’s Home. The ideal candidate will ensure the home’s compliance with regulations while providing leadership to the care team. This role offers a competitive rate of £450-£500 per day and support for accommodation if necessary. Immediate start available, with flexible working options.

Benefits

Accommodation support

Immediate start available

Supportive management team

Competitive daily rate

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager in a children’s residential setting.
• Strong leadership and people management skills with a commitment to developing staff.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted Regulations.
• Provide effective leadership and management to your care team.
• Oversee the delivery of care and protection plans.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children.
• Develop individualised care plans tailored to each young person.

Skills

Leadership skills

People management

Child protection knowledge

Ofsted regulations knowledge

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

£450-£500 Per Day | Easily Commutable from Manchester / Liverpool | Accommodation Support | Immediate Start Available | 6 month rolling contract

Leaders in Care are seeking an experienced Ofsted Registered Manager to lead the opening and management of a new Children’s Home. You will be responsible for driving the home’s vision and Statement of Purpose, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment where every young person has the opportunity to thrive.

This authority is currently on an exciting improvement journey, with several new homes set to open and gain Ofsted registration. As Registered Manager, you will play a key role in supporting this development.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted Regulations, Children’s Homes Regulations, and Quality Standards.
• Provide effective leadership, management, and to your care team.
• Oversee the delivery of care and protection plans, working closely with children, young people, and their families/carers.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children in line with safeguarding policies.
• Develop and implement individualised care plans tailored to the needs of each young person.

Benefits

• Flexible working – 2 days per week part time to begin with
• Supportive management team with a strong focus on staff development and improving the lives of children
• Competitive daily rate of £350 - £400 Per Day
• Option for extended contracts where required
• Immediate start available
• Centralised, easily accessible location
• Accommodation provided if overnight stays are required

Requirements

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent, or willingness to work towards)
• Ofsted Registered
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager in a children’s residential setting
• Strong leadership and people management skills with a commitment to developing staff
• Thorough knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and child protection procedures

If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking for a new challenge, please get in touch.

Contact Nathan on 07401 281738 or email [e-mail]