OFSTED Registered Manager

Recruit Me Care Ltd; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading care provider in Nottingham seeks a Registered Manager to ensure outstanding care in a children's residential home. You will lead a team, manage resources, and oversee compliance with Ofsted regulations. The ideal candidate has extensive management experience and a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Residential Childcare. Strong safeguarding knowledge is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a management role within a children's residential setting is mandatory.
• Strong knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 required.
• Ability to work in partnership with families and professionals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the children's residential home in accordance with Ofsted standards.
• Ensure high-quality, child-centered care and compliance with regulations.
• Oversee safeguarding practices and provide leadership to staff teams.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding expertise

Communication skills

Management experience

Knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Job Overview

The Registered Manager will hold Ofsted registration for a children's residential home, ensuring that the setting provides outstanding care in line with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, and Ofsted inspection framework. The role requires strong leadership, safeguarding expertise, and the ability to drive continuous improvement to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the children's residential home in line with Ofsted standards and regulations.
• Ensure high-quality, child-centred care that promotes safety, wellbeing, and positive outcomes.
• Act as the Ofsted Registered Manager, ensuring compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations 2015.
• Provide strong leadership, supervision, and development for staff teams.
• Oversee safeguarding practices and act as Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Work in partnership with professionals, families, and agencies to support children's progress.
• Manage budgets, resources, and staffing effectively.

Skills

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for ResidentialChildcare (or working towards within regulatory timescales).
• Significant experience in a management role within a children's residential setting.
• Strong knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015, QualityStandards, and Ofsted SCCIF.
• Experience of safeguarding children and young people, including multi‑agency working.
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and motivate staff teams across multiple sites.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills