Registered Manager

Care First UK; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable children's services provider in Greater London is seeking an experienced Registered Manager for a 3-bed children's home. You will lead the home, ensuring compliance and delivering high-quality care to children aged 8 with emotional and behavioral difficulties. The position offers competitive salary, performance-related bonuses, and opportunities for professional development. This is a chance to shape a new service and impact the lives of young people positively.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Free on-site parking

Discounted or free food

Casual dress & company events

DBS check covered by the company

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care.
• At least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy meeting Ofsted requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the home through Ofsted registration.
• Promote a therapeutic environment for children.
• Ensure highest standards of care and support.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance management

Child-centered care

Team management

Emotional support

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Registered Manager – Children’s Home

Location : New Malden, KT3

Salary : £,–£, DOE + performance bonuses

Contract : Full-time, Permanent

Service : 3-bed Children’s Home (EBD – Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties)

Age Group : 8– years

Care Frist Recruitment is partnering with a reputable children’s services provider, on the look for an exceptional Registered Manager to manage the home in order to transform the lives of children and young people who have experienced trauma or emotional and behavioural challenges. This lovely 3-bed children’s home is offering a warm, therapeutic environment where every young person feels safe, valued, and empowered to thrive.

We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and forward-thinking Registered Manager to lead this new home through Ofsted registration — and set the foundations for excellence from day one.

This is a rare opportunity to shape a new service, influence culture, and create a truly child-centred home where high-quality care is at the heart of everything we do.

We value our people as much as the young people we support. In return for your expertise and commitment, we offer :

• Competitive salary up to £, (DOE)
• Performance-related bonuses
• Clear career progression into multi-home or senior management roles
• Supportive Directors and Responsible Individual
• Professional development opportunities
• days holiday + your birthday off
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Discounted or free food
• Casual dress & company events
• DBS check covered by the company

Your Role as Registered Manager

You will play a key role in leading the home to deliver safe, nurturing, and enriching care for children aged 8– with EBD needs.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Compliance

Lead the home through Ofsted registration (application in progress).

Manage the home in line with legislation, policies, and the Statement of Purpose.

Aim for and maintain a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating.

Ensure full compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations 5 and safeguarding legislation.

Children & Young People

Safeguard and promote the wellbeing, development, and aspirations of every child.

Foster a therapeutic environment where emotional, behavioural, and educational needs are met.

Team Management

Recruit, induct, supervise, and inspire a skilled staff team.

Promote a positive, trauma-informed culture that supports both staff and young people.

Operational Excellence

Ensure the highest standards of care, education, health, and emotional support.

Work collaboratively with families, professionals, and partner agencies.

Implement all inspection recommendations within required timescales.

Produce high-quality written reports for reviews, inspections, and management meetings.

What You’ll Bring

Minimum 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care

At least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role

Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People’s Workforce – Essential

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare – Essential or working towards

Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy meeting Ofsted requirements

A passion for delivering high-quality, child-centred care

Ready to Make a Real Difference?

If you are an ambitious leader with a strong drive to improve outcomes for young people—and excited by the opportunity to shape a brand new service—we’d love to hear from you.

INDMAN