Registered Manager

Candl Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A children’s residential care provider is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a network of children's homes across London. The successful candidate will ensure high-quality, child-centred care, support staff development, and manage compliance with Ofsted regulations. This role offers a competitive salary of £55,000–£65,000, with opportunities for professional growth and a supportive leadership team. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding legislation.
• Proven experience managing teams within a care or support environment.
• Commitment to improving life outcomes for children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of care professionals to ensure high standards of care.
• Develop and review individualised care plans for each child.
• Oversee safe medication administration according to guidelines.
• Monitor daily routines for the well-being of the children.
• Maintain accurate documentation including care plans and compliance records.
• Promote staff development through strong leadership during training.

Skills

Senior experience in children’s residential or social care settings

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Decision-making skills

Ability to lead and inspire

Job description

Job Summary

We are recruiting an experienced and ambitious Registered Manager to support a growing network of children’s residential homes across London. This is an excellent opportunity for a knowledgeable leader who is passionate about delivering safe, high-quality, child-centred care.

We welcome applications from individuals with senior experience in children’s social care, including Deputy Managers, Team Leaders and Senior Support Workers ready to step up into a Registered Manager role.

Responsibilities

Lead and supervise a team of care professionals, ensuring high standards of care, safeguarding, and professionalism

Develop, implement, and regularly review individualised care plans tailored to each child’s unique needs

Oversee safe medication administration in line with organisational policy, clinical guidance, and regulatory standards

Monitor and support daily routines, activities, and behaviour to ensure the safety, well-being, and positive engagement of all children

Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including care plans, incident reports, audits, and compliance records

Provide strong leadership during staff training sessions, promoting continuous professional development in relevant areas

Liaise effectively with families, social workers, healthcare professionals, education providers, and external agencies

Ensure the service complies with all Ofsted, safeguarding, health and safety, and infection control requirements

Lead inspections, audits, and service improvement initiatives

Work collaboratively with senior leadership to support the development and growth of new and existing homes

Manage staffing, rotas, supervision, appraisals and overall team performance

Promote a positive, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for children and young people

Requirements

Senior experience in children’s residential or social care settings

Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding legislation, and residential care standards

Proven experience managing teams within a care or support environment

Ability to lead, inspire, and motivate staff

Excellent communication, organisational, and decision-making skills

A commitment to improving life outcomes for children and young people

Benefits

£55,000–£65,000 annual salary

£250 monthly retainer paid until your official start date

Roles available across multiple London homes

Clear career progression as the organisation expands

Supportive leadership team and training pathways