Interim Registered Manager - Children's Home

Leaders in Care; Warwick; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional care provider in Birmingham seeks an experienced Ofsted Registered Manager to ensure compliance with regulations and support children’s growth in a safe environment. This role offers a competitive salary of £350 per day, flexible working conditions, and the possibility for ongoing contracts. Applicants should have a strong leadership background and experience in residential childcare settings.

Benefits

Flexible working

Accommodation support

Immediate start

Excellent rate of pay

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a residential setting.
• Experience in registration proceeding.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Ofsted Regulations.
• Provide leadership to residential care professionals.
• Oversee care and protection planning.
• Safeguard the welfare of young people.

Skills

Leadership and management

Understanding of Ofsted regulations

Child protection procedures

Staff development commitment

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Overview

£350- £400 Per Day | Accommodation Support | Supportive Management | Flexibility | Immediate Start

Leaders in Care are currently seeking an experienced Ofsted Registered Manager to take the lead in delivering a home’s Statement of Purpose, ensuring that each child and young person is provided with a safe, secure, and caring environment. You will inspire, guide, and support young people to reach their full potential in every aspect of their lives.

This role is based within Birmingham, supporting a local authority that is currently on an exciting improvement journey, with several new homes opening and progressing toward Ofsted registration.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the home operates in full compliance with Ofsted Regulations, Children’s Homes Regulations, and Quality Standards.
• Provide effective leadership, management, and supervision to a team of residential care professionals.
• Oversee care and protection planning, ensuring children’s individual needs are fully met.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people, embedding a culture of safety and aspiration.
• Drive continuous improvement in line with the home’s Statement of Purpose.

Benefits

• Flexible Working – typically 4 days per week in the home.
• Supportive Management – join a dedicated team with a strong ethos of collaboration and improvement.
• Excellent Rate of Pay – £350 per day.
• Accommodation Support – available for overnight stays if required.
• Extended Contracts – opportunity for ongoing work.
• Immediate Start – begin your next role without delay.
• Central Birmingham Location – easily accessible with good transport links.

Requirements

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent / willingness to work towards).
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a residential setting
• Gone through 1 registration
• Proven leadership and people management skills, with a strong commitment to staff development.
• Thorough understanding of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and child protection procedures.

If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking for your next opportunity within a supportive and forward-thinking local authority, we’d love to hear from you.

If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking for a new role please do reach out,

Or if you'd like more info on how Leaders in Care can support you, call Nathan on 07401281738 or email [e-mail]