Registered Children’s Home Manager

Carepro Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Carepro Limited in London is seeking an experienced Registered Children’s Home Manager to lead a newly refurbished three-bed detached home in Rainham, Essex.

You will oversee staffing, budgets, and daily operations, work with Ofsted and social care professionals, and shape a nurturing, child-centred environment from day one. The role requires a Level 5 Diploma and senior residential childcare experience, with a strong commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable children.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or equivalent as per statutory guidance.
• Proven experience in a children’s residential home.
• Clear experience dealing with Ofsted inspections and regulatory requirements.
• At least two years in a senior or deputy role within residential childcare.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the staff team to deliver safe, consistent, child-centred care.
• Oversee the final setup and ongoing development of the home from opening.
• Maintain a warm, secure and nurturing environment for children in care.
• Take responsibility for staffing, budgets, and daily operational processes.
• Build constructive relationships with families, social workers and external agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Candidates Category: Health & Social Care

Region: London

We are looking to appoint an experienced and committed Registered Children’s Home Manager to lead a newly refurbished three-bed detached home based in Rainham, Essex. This is a rare opportunity to join a family-run organisation that is passionate about providing high-quality, stable, and nurturing care for children and young people.

The home is nearing completion following a full refurbishment and includes a dedicated manager’s office and a staff room, providing a comfortable and professional working environment. You will work closely with the responsible individual who will be submitting the Ofsted application once the registered Manager is appointed, ensuring a strong and well-supported start for the service.

Pay Rates: Negotiable Rates
Reference No: AC10122025

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the staff team to deliver safe, consistent, and child-centred care.
• Oversee the final setup and ongoing development of the home from the point of opening.
• Maintain a warm, secure, and nurturing environment for children in your care.
• Take responsibility for staffing, budgets, and daily operational processes.
• Build constructive and professional relationships with families, social workers, and external agencies.

Job Requirements:

• Must currently hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or a qualification considered equivalent by the Council in line with statutory guidance.
• Proven experience working within a children’s residential home.
• Clear and demonstrable experience of dealing with Ofsted, including inspections and regulatory requirements.
• At least two years’ experience in a senior or deputy role within a residential childcare setting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable children.

What We Offer:

• Performance-based bonus.
• Supportive, family-run environment where your experience and approach are respected.
• The opportunity to influence, shape, and lead a new service from the very beginning.
• A fully refurbished home with well-designed facilities.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and progression.