Interim Registered Manager – Children’s Home Leader

Delphi Care Solutions Ltd.; Ashford; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start available

Competitive interim package

Supportive leadership team

Opportunity to add real value from day

Job summary

Delphi Care Solutions Ltd. in Kent is seeking an experienced Interim Registered Manager to lead a children's home, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver strong outcomes for young people.

You will embed yourself within the service, support staff, drive safeguarding practices, prepare for Ofsted inspections, and build positive relationships with local authorities and families. Immediate start available on a 3-6 month basis with competitive day rates.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Registered Manager within an Ofsted-regulated childrens home.
• Experience leading teams and embedding regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the childrens home.
• Ensure full compliance with Childrens Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
• Promote safeguarding best practices across the service.
• Support, motivate, and develop the staff team.
• Prepare for and manage Ofsted inspections.
• Oversee care planning, risk management, and placement outcomes.
• Manage staffing, recruitment, performance, and rota management.
• Build positive relationships with local authorities, social workers, families, and partner agencies.
• Drive a culture focused on achieving positive outcomes for young people.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Staff management

Ofsted knowledge

Safeguarding

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Delphi Care Solutions Ltd. in Kent is seeking an experienced Interim Registered Manager to lead a children's home, ensure regulatory compliance, and deliver strong outcomes for young people.

You will embed yourself within the service, support staff, drive safeguarding practices, prepare for Ofsted inspections, and build positive relationships with local authorities and families. Immediate start available on a 3-6 month basis with competitive day rates.