Ofsted Registered Manager

Lansdowne Housing CIC; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization focusing on the care and support of looked-after children seeks a Registered Manager. The successful candidate will lead a team, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality care. Applicants should hold the necessary management qualifications and demonstrate substantial experience in children's residential care. This role offers the opportunity to significantly impact young lives positively and support their transitions into adulthood.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a Residential Children's home setting for at least 24 months.
• Supervisory experience of 12 months or more in a relevant role.
• Knowledge of OFSTED regulations and safeguarding protocols.

Responsibilities

• Lead and ensure high-quality care for children in a residential setting.
• Manage care staff and facilitate OFSTED registration processes.
• Oversee care plans and ensure safety and well-being of all children.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational Skills

Problem Solving

Education

Diploma Level 3 in CYPD / NVQ Level 3 Working with Children

Diploma Level 5 in Management / NVQ Level 5 Management

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Introduction

Lansdowne Housing & Care Ltd is a newly established children s care and support for looked after children in need of care and accommodation.

We aim to empower children, adolescents, and young adults, by providing person-centred and tailored support, fostering positive development, and creating a nurturing environment. Through mentorship, educational programs, work opportunities, and community engagement, we aim to enhance their well-being, build life skills, and prepare them for a successful transition into adulthood. At the core of our services are a range of specialist therapeutic interventions and support methods, that allow for holistic strength-based assessment approaches.

Your Role

As the Registered Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading a dedicated team, ensuring children and young people receive the support, care, and stability they need to thrive in a residential setting. You will be responsible for service delivery, workforce development, and regulatory compliance, ensuring the home meets OFSTED and Local Authority standards.

You will Support the Residential Lead and manage a team of care staff, ensuring they are well-trained, motivated, and delivering high-quality care.

You will Facilitate the registration process with OFSTED, making significant contributions to recruitment, systems, and policy development and operational systems. You will Conduct audits, risk assessments, and ensure robust safeguarding practices are in place.

You will develop and oversee care plans tailored to each child s needs, prioritising their safety, emotional well-being, and personal development.

You will Liaise with local authorities, external agencies, social workers, and families to ensure a collaborative approach to care

This role requires strong leadership, operational management skills, and a deep commitment to the well-being and progress of young people.

All staff are expected to:

• Work in the context of Lansdowne Housing & Cares Vision, Mission and Philosophy and to use our outcome monitoring approach in order to support young people in achieving their goals. Having a full understanding and implementing the home s statement of purpose.
• Recognise the positive abilities of young people s and support our shared belief in lifelong learning.
• Adhere to the Quality Outcomes Standards, Children s Regulations 2015 and all other current legislation, showing a high degree of professionalism, resilience, and a willingness to remain committed during particularly demanding times.

Location / Department

People may be recruited for specific locations and homes. However, they will be expected to, when required, work at other locations, either temporarily or permanently across Lansdowne Housing & Care services.

Line Manager

The Registered Managers are managed by the Responsible Individual.

JOB TITLE: Registered Manager

REPORTS TO: Responsible Individual

Qualifications

Diploma Level 3 in CYPD / NVQ Level 3 Working with Children or equivalent

Diploma Level 5 in Management / NVQ Level 5 Management or a willingness to complete within 24mths

Experience

Experience of working with Ofsted and Local Authorities.

At least 24 months experience working in a Residential Children s home setting with 12 months in a supervising capacity

Experience of motivating others and improving services

Extensive experience in a similar setting and managing OFSTED inspections.

Commitment to obtaining or possessing the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare.

A passion for positively impacting the lives of young individuals.

Commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.

Experience in working with children with trauma and loss.

Experience of motivating others and improving services

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of general health, safety and well-being of children.

In depth knowledge of legislation

Proven leadership experience within a Good or Outstanding OFSTED rated children's home.

Familiarity with OFSTED regulations and safeguarding protocols.

Strong organisational prowess and ability to effectively manage daily operations.

Exceptional communication skills (written & oral), coupled with a resilient and proactive problem-solving approach.

Full UK / EU Driving Licence for manual vehicles preferred

General knowledge of how children generally develop and learn.

Able to work with web base information/internet

Computer literate in Word, Excel and Outlook

Use of own car (Desireable but not essential - mileage paid)

Personal Qualities

Enthusiastic

Self-motivated

Able to work under pressure

Able to work flexibly and in partnership with others

Adaptable and able to work in a team environment

Resilient

Creative outlook on outcomes and evidence-based practice