Ofsted Registered Manager

Premier Healthcare; Ilford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

Bonuses

Annual leave

Professional development

Salary sacrifice

Maternity and sick pay

Wellbeing programme

Discounts & gym

On-site parking

Casual dress code

Job summary

Premier Healthcare is recruiting a Registered Manager for a Children's Residential Home (EBD) in Ilford, London. The role offers £67,000 base plus bonuses, 25 days annual leave and a pension, full-time/permanent employment.

You will lead a high-performing therapeutic team, ensure Ofsted compliance and safeguarding, and drive outcomes for young people. Expect a competitive rewards package, ongoing professional development, and opportunities to shape service delivery in a supportive culture

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience 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
• Full UK driving licence

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Leadership

People management

Budgeting

Supervision

Ofsted knowledge

Safeguarding

Communication

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home (EBD)

£67,000 + Bonuses + 25 Days Annual Leave + Pension

Ilford, London

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!

What’s in it for you?

• Between £60,000 to £75,000 per year


• 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 homeCelebrate 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.