OFSTED Registered Manager Children Residential Home

Brook Street; Northampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's services provider is looking for an OFSTED Registered Manager to lead a 2-bed children's residential home in Northampton. This role offers a salary range of £50,000 to £55,000 per annum, depending on experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance with regulations, providing strong leadership, and creating a nurturing environment for young people aged 10-18. The position includes a dedicated focus on safeguarding and development opportunities for both staff and residents.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Leadership opportunities

Supportive senior leadership

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Registered Manager in a children's residential setting.
• Strong working knowledge of safeguarding legislation and Quality Standards.
• Proven experience managing OFSTED inspections.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations.
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead.
• Recruit and develop a skilled staff team.

Skills

Leadership

Child safeguarding

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Children's Services

Job description

OFSTED Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home (2 Bed)

Location: Northampton

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Service Type: OFSTED-registered Children's Residential Home

Age Range: Young people aged 10-18 years

Make a Real Difference in a Home That Puts Children First

We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and values-driven OFSTED Registered Manager to lead a small, nurturing 2-bed children's residential home in Northampton. This is a unique opportunity to shape a safe, stable, and trauma-informed environment where young people with emotional, behavioural, and social needs can feel secure, supported, and empowered to thrive. If you are a confident leader with strong safeguarding expertise and a genuine commitment to high-quality, child‑centred care, this role offers both autonomy and purpose.

Role Overview

As the Registered Manager, you will hold full responsibility for the leadership, management, and regulatory compliance of the home, ensuring outstanding outcomes for the young people and a positive, supportive culture for staff. You will lead by example, embedding best practice in line with the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards, while maintaining inspection readiness and driving continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong, compassionate, and values‑led leadership to create a safe, nurturing, and structured home
• Ensure full compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, and OFSTED requirements
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, maintaining robust safeguarding practice at all times
• Lead the home confidently through OFSTED inspections and regulatory processes
• Develop, implement, and review care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support plans
• Manage referrals, placements, incidents, complaints, and statutory notifications
• Recruit, develop, supervise, and retain a skilled, motivated staff team
• Ensure effective rotas, safe staffing levels, and sound budget management
• Build strong multi‑agency partnerships with local authorities, social workers, education providers, and external professionals
• Monitor quality through audits, supervision, appraisals, and continuous improvement planning
• Promote a trauma‑informed, child‑centred culture that prioritises voice, safety, and emotional wellbeing

Essential Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Registered Manager in a children's residential setting
• You should be OFSTED Registered Manager
• Strong working knowledge of safeguarding legislation, Children's Homes Regulations, and Quality Standards
• Proven experience managing OFSTED inspections and maintaining compliance
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Children's Services essential or already achieved
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
• Ability to work flexibly, including participation in an on‑call rota
• Full UK driving licence

Personal Attributes

• Child‑centred, nurturing, and values‑driven
• Calm, resilient, and confident under pressure
• Highly organised, accountable, and proactive
• Passionate about improving outcomes for young people
• Committed to staff development and high‑quality practice

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary of £50,000 – £55,000, depending on experience
• Opportunity to lead a small, well‑supported 2‑bed home
• Real autonomy to shape the culture, standards, and direction of the service
• Supportive senior leadership with clear expectations
• A genuinely rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference in young people’s lives

Safeguarding Statement

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and robust safer recruitment procedures.