Ofsted Registered Manager

360 CRS; Enfield; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 31 days + birthday day

Bonus for Ofsted ratings (£1,500/£3,00

Company vehicle when required

Fully funded Level 5 Residential Child

Wellbeing allowance

Employee Assistance Programme

Hybrid work up to 2 days from home

Training budgets for development

Mileage and meals on shift

Referral bonuses

Blue Light Card discounts

Job summary

360 CRS is recruiting an Ofsted Registered Manager for a North London children’s home. You will lead operations, drive safeguarding, and deliver trauma-informed care to 7–17-year-olds, supporting education and wellbeing.

Essential: 5+ years in residential care, 2+ in a leadership role, Level 3 qualification, and a full UK driving licence; strong Ofsted knowledge and regulatory expertise required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in residential care with children, incl. 2+ years in a supervisory/manager role.
• Experience in LD or EDB settings.
• Proven track record of at least 'Good' Ofsted rating.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the home, ensuring smooth operations and regulatory compliance.
• Act as Safeguarding Lead and prioritise child safety and welfare.
• Deliver trauma-informed, child-centred care and promote education and wellbeing.
• Oversee admissions, transitions, care planning and record-keeping.
• Build strong relationships with families, social workers and schools.

Skills

Staff development

Regulatory compliance

Trauma-informed care

Safeguarding

Communication with families

Education

Level 3 qualification in Children’s Residential Care

Job description

Ofsted Registered Manager – Children’s Home, North London

Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.

About Us

We are a growing, forward-thinking children’s residential care organisation with homes across the Southwest, London, and a multi-home provision in Durham.

As part of our expansion, we are seeking an exceptional Registered Manager to support the development of new services in North London, with clear opportunities to open and lead homes from the ground up.

You’ll work with children aged 7–17 who have experienced loss, instability, or trauma, supporting them to rebuild trust, confidence, and hope through trauma-informed, PACE-based practice.

Why Join Us?

• Annual leave: 31 days including bank holidays, plus a bonus day off to celebrate your birthday.


• Bonuses: £1,500 for Good or £3,000 for Outstanding Ofsted inspections; £150 per child per month above agreed occupancy.


• Career progression: Senior RM, Area Manager, or Internal Trainer roles available.


• Enhanced pay: On-call payment.


• Professional development: Fully funded qualifications, including Level 5 Residential Childcare Diploma.


• Wellbeing support: Wellness allowance and Employee Assistance Programme.


• Flexible & hybrid working: Up to 2 days from home plus flexitime options.


• Well-resourced homes: Budgets for training, activities, property maintenance, and holidays.


• Travel & meals: Mileage, company vehicle when required, and meals on shift.


• Perks: Referral bonuses, Blue Light Card discounts, company socials, and donation match scheme.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage the home, ensuring smooth operations, staff development, and regulatory compliance.


• Act as Safeguarding Lead, prioritising children’s safety and welfare.


• Deliver child-centred, trauma-informed care and support children’s independence, education, and wellbeing.


• Oversee admissions, transitions, care planning, and accurate record-keeping.


• Build strong relationships with families, social workers, schools, and external agencies.


• Drive continuous improvement, audits, and compliance with all statutory requirements.

About You

Essential Experience:

• 5+ years working with children in residential care, including 2+ years in a supervisory, Deputy Manager, or management role.


• Experience in LD (Learning Disabilities) or EDB (Emotional, Developmental, or Behavioural) settings.


• Proven track record of achieving at least a ‘Good’ Ofsted rating as a Registered Manager or senior leadership team member.

Essential Qualifications & Knowledge

• Minimum Level 3 qualification in Children’s Residential Care (or equivalent, fully recognised).


• Full UK Driving Licence.


• Strong knowledge of Ofsted requirements and Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015.

Safeguarding

Commitment to safeguarding; all applicants will undergo enhanced DBS checks, reference verification, and pre-employment screening