Registered Manager

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Colchester; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd in Colchester is seeking a Registered Manager for a children's home. You will lead day-to-day operations, ensure compliance with Ofsted standards and regulations, and create a safe, nurturing environment for children and young people.

The role requires strong leadership, safeguarding expertise, and the ability to manage staff performance, develop high-quality care plans, and work collaboratively with external agencies to secure positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Experience managing a children’s residential care setting.
• Proven track record of leading teams and delivering high-quality care.
• Strong safeguarding, child development, and attachment theory knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of support workers to deliver high-standard care.
• Oversee recruitment, development and performance of staff.
• Ensure Ofsted compliance and accurate regulatory reporting.
• Maintain safeguarding policies and act as designated safeguarding lead.
• Oversee records, safeguarding concerns, and care plans.
• Represent the home at professional meetings and reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Safeguarding

Regulatory compliance

Staff supervision

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Experience in children's residential care

Job description

Job Title: Registered Manager – Children’s Home

Reports to: Directors

Job Purpose:

The Registered Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of the dual children’s home, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations (e.g., Ofsted standards, Children’s Home Regulations, and Quality Standards) and creating a safe, nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive. They will lead, manage, and inspire the support care team, working in partnership with external agencies and stakeholders to provide high-quality care and support.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Management:

• Lead and manage a team of support workers to ensure the highest standards of care for children.
• Oversee staff recruitment, development, and performance, ensuring staff are appropriately trained and qualified.
• Ensure a positive team culture that aligns with the home’s values and ethos.
• Conduct regular supervision, appraisals, and team meetings.
• Ensure the home operates in compliance with Ofsted regulations, Children’s Home Regulations, and other relevant legal frameworks.
• Manage the registration process with Ofsted, maintaining high ratings in inspections.
• Ensure that all policies and procedures are up to date and adhered to.
• Maintain accurate and timely records, including safeguarding concerns, incident reports, and care plans.

Care and Support:

• Ensure the emotional, physical, and developmental needs of children and young people are met through personalised care plans.
• Provide guidance and support to the care team in managing challenging behaviours, safeguarding concerns, and crisis situations.
• Work with children and young people to help them achieve positive outcomes in education, health, and personal development.
• Foster positive relationships with the children’s families, social workers, and other professionals involved in their care.
• Take overall responsibility for safeguarding within the home, ensuring that safeguarding policies and procedures are implemented and followed.
• Be the designated safeguarding lead for the home, managing safeguarding concerns and reporting them to the appropriate authorities.

Health and Safety:

• Ensure the home is a safe environment for children and staff, conducting regular risk assessments and implementing health and safety protocols.
• Manage any emergencies or crises within the home, ensuring staff and children are safe.

Budgeting and Resource Management:

• Manage the home’s budget effectively, ensuring resources are used appropriately.
• Monitor and control expenditure, keeping within financial constraints.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with external agencies, including local authorities, healthcare providers, education professionals, and other stakeholders.
• Represent the home at professional meetings and reviews concerning the children.

Monitoring and Reporting:

• Monitor the performance and quality of care provided in the home, identifying areas for improvement.
• Provide regular reports to senior management and external stakeholders, including Ofsted.
• Implement and oversee quality assurance systems within the home.

Essential Qualifications:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Previous experience managing a children’s residential care setting.
• Proven track record of managing teams and delivering high‑quality care.
• In‑depth understanding of safeguarding, child development, and attachment theory.