Registered Care Manager - Children's Home

Hard Hat Recruitment; Hertford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare recruitment agency is seeking a Registered Manager for a children's residential care home in Hertford. This leadership role requires experience in residential childcare, a strong focus on safeguarding, and a Level 5 Diploma (or working towards). The ideal candidate will create a safe and nurturing environment for young people and ensure compliance with regulatory standards. This is a chance to make a real difference in the lives of children.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership in residential childcare.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and compliance requirements.
• Committed to creating a nurturing environment for children.

Responsibilities

• Lead the children's residential care home effectively.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted and Children's Homes Regulations.

Skills

Leadership in residential childcare

Strong safeguarding knowledge

Compliance knowledge

Child-centred approach

Education

Level 5 Diploma or working towards

Job description

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home

Are you a passionate leader ready to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people? We're looking for an experienced Registered Manager to take charge of a high-quality children's residential care home.

You'll lead from the front — creating a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment where young people can thrive. This is a chance to shape a home, inspire a team, and deliver the very best standards of care in line with Ofsted and the Children's Homes Regulations.

• Proven leadership in residential childcare
• Strong safeguarding and compliance knowledge
• Level 5 Diploma (or working towards)
• Driven, resilient, and genuinely child-centred

If you're ready to lead with heart and ambition, we'd love to hear from you