Ofsted Registered Manager

Bright Futures Children's Care UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension scheme

Performance bonuses

Employee helpline

On-site parking

Referral programme

Job summary

Bright Futures Children's Care UK in Erith (London Borough of Bexley) seeks an Ofsted Registered Manager to lead a residential home for ages 8–18 with EBD. You will oversee daily operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and maintain high standards of care, safeguarding and trauma-informed practice.

You will lead staff, manage budgets, drive Ofsted readiness, and deliver therapeutic, person-centred care while ensuring a safe, supportive environment for children to thrive.

Qualifications

• Senior leadership of a children’s home under Ofsted.
• Experience in trauma-informed care and EBD.
• Strong financial and administrative management.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership for smooth home operations.
• Develop high-quality services for children and young people.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Promote trauma-informed, child-focused culture.
• Lead staff recruitment, induction, performance reviews, development.
• Oversee safer recruitment and safeguarding practices.
• Manage budgets, expenditure and resources.
• Maintain records per policy and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor safeguarding incidents and reflective learning.
• Build partnerships with families and external agencies.
• Ensure accommodation, health and safety, risk management.
• Prepare for Ofsted inspections.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team development

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Safeguarding

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Join a supportive team as an Ofsted Registered Manager leading a residential children's home! This vital role offers the opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of children and young people aged 8 to 18 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). You will oversee daily operations, ensure compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards, and maintain the highest standards of care, safeguarding and professional practice. You will lead and inspire a dedicated staff team, manage budgets, oversee inspections and ensure that every child receives consistent, therapeutic and person-centred care in a nurturing environment where they can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong and effective leadership to ensure the smooth running of the home.
• Manage, coordinate, and develop high-quality services for children and young people.
• Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations, the Children's Homes Regulations 2015, and Quality Standards.
• Promote a positive, child-focused culture rooted in trauma-informed care and emotional wellbeing.
• Lead, supervise, and develop staff, including recruitment, induction, performance appraisal, and ongoing professional development.
• Implement safer recruitment practices in line with legislative requirements.
• Oversee budgets, expenditure, and financial controls to ensure effective resource management.
• Maintain accurate administrative and record-keeping systems in line with company policies.
• Monitor incidents and safeguarding concerns, ensuring appropriate action and reflective learning.
• Build and maintain professional partnerships with families, external agencies, and stakeholders.
• Maintain high standards of accommodation, health and safety, and risk management.
• Prepare for and respond effectively to Ofsted inspections.
• Participate in the on-call rota and support staff as required during emergencies.

Qualifications and Experience

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards completion).
• Minimum 2 years' experience managing a residential children's home.
• Proven experience working with children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
• Thorough understanding of Ofsted frameworks and children's home compliance standards.
• Strong financial and administrative management skills.
• Level 3 or 4 qualification in Residential Childcare (considered with extensive deputy managerial experience).
• Experience within a trauma-informed or therapeutic care setting.
• Full UK Driving Licence and access to transport.

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent leadership, communication, and team development skills.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving abilities.
• Skilled in conflict resolution, staff debriefing, and reflective supervision.
• Confident decision-maker with sound professional judgement.
• Resilient, emotionally intelligent, and adaptable under pressure.
• Committed to achieving positive outcomes and continuous improvement.

Additional Requirements

• Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references (as part of Safer Recruitment).
• Right to work in the UK.
• Flexibility to work on a 24/7 rota, including weekends, evenings, and sleep-ins.

Salary and Benefits

• Competitive salary (£60,000 - £70,000 per annum based 40 hours per week).
• Company pension scheme.
• Performance bonuses.
• Employee Helpline.
• Supportive and inclusive working culture.
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Work Location

The role is based in Erith (London Borough of Bexley).

Safeguarding Commitment

Bright Futures Children's Care Ltd is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Employment is subject to an enhanced DBS check, proof of eligibility to work in the UK, and satisfactory references.