Ofsted Registered Manager

Premier Healthcare; Hawkinge; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

25 days annual leave

Fully funded qualifications & training

Pension

Job summary

Premier Healthcare in Folkestone, Kent is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a 5-bed EBD children's home. You will ensure safeguarding, regulatory compliance with Ofsted, and deliver therapeutic care.

You will manage a dedicated team, oversee budgets and placement plans, and drive service development. Ofsted registration or strong deputy ready for step up encouraged.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership and people management
• Experience in safeguarding and child development
• Experience in inspections, team development, and service delivery

Responsibilities

• Register with Ofsted and ensure full compliance with regulations
• Deliver high-quality, safe care to children in line with care plans
• Lead a skilled team, fostering a positive and proactive culture
• Support and develop staff through supervision and performance reviews
• Promote safeguarding and act as Designated Safeguarding Lead for the home
• Manage budgets, rotas, risk assessments and placement plans
• Build strong relationships with families, professionals and agencies
• Drive service development and best practice
• Promote resilience and emotional regulation across the home
• Celebrate progress for young people and staff

Skills

Leadership

People management

Safeguarding

Team development

Supervision

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Job description

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home (EBD)

60,000 + Bonuses + 25 Days Annual Leave + Pension
Folkestone, Kent
Full-Time Permanent

Are you a confident and experienced leader in children's residential care?

Do you have the passion and drive to lead a high-performing team in a nurturing, therapeutic setting?

Are you committed to safeguarding, development, and achieving outstanding outcomes for young people?

Then this is for You!

We're offering an exciting opportunity for a passionate and experienced Registered Manager to lead an established 5 bed EBD children's home in Folkestone. This is more than just a managerial role - it's a chance to shape the culture, lead from the front, and create a safe, positive, and stable environment where vulnerable young people can begin to heal, grow, and thrive.

Whether you are already registered with Ofsted or a strong deputy with leadership experience ready for your next step, this is your chance to lead a home where your voice matters and your impact is visible.

What's in it for you?

• 60,000 per year - Performance bonuses on top ( 7k)
• Performance-based quarterly bonuses
• 25 days annual leave + recognised bank holidays
• Fully funded qualifications & professional development
• Salary sacrifice scheme
• Enhanced maternity and sick pay
• Employee wellbeing and assistance programme
• Store discounts, gym membership, and referral incentives
• Free on-site parking
• Casual dress code & inclusive team environment

About the Organisation & Home

• High-quality children's home supporting young people with EBD
• Focused on therapeutic care, consistency, and achieving lasting outcomes
• Culture of openness, safeguarding, reflection, and continuous improvement
• Dedicated to staff development, recognition, and retention
• Supported by experienced leadership with a strong values-driven approach

The Role:

• Register with Ofsted and ensure full compliance with all relevant regulations
• Deliver high-quality, safe and nurturing care to children in line with care plans
• Lead a committed and skilled team, fostering a positive and proactive culture
• Support and develop your team through regular supervision and performance reviews
• Promote safeguarding and act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead for the home
• Manage budgets, rotas, risk assessments and placement plans
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with professionals, families, and agencies
• Drive service development and champion innovation and best practice
• Promote resilience, consistency, and emotional regulation throughout the home
• Celebrate progress and success - in both young people and staff

Requirements:

• Minimum 2 years' experience working in a children's residential home within the last 5 years
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a supervisory or management position
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent - preferred)
• Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and child development
• Proven leadership and people management skills
• Experience in inspections, team development, and service delivery
• Registration with Ofsted (preferred but not essential)
• Full UK driving licence

Interested?

If you're a passionate and experienced Registered Manager ready to make a lasting impact, I'd love to hear from you.