Registered Manager

Brightridge Partners Ltd; Ilford; Sur place; GBP 50 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Established staff team

Support from wider management

Making a meaningful difference

Leadership role with growth potential

Competitive salary £50,000–£65,000

Résumé du poste

Brightridge Partners Ltd in Redbridge is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children's residential home, supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

You will own the service, lead an existing team, ensure safeguarding, Ofsted compliance and high standards of care, with support from a wider management structure.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as Registered Manager or senior leader in children's residential care.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, children’s homes regulations and Ofsted requirements.

Responsabilités

• Oversee day-to-day running of the children’s residential home.
• Lead, motivate and develop the staff team.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.
• Maintain safeguarding procedures and welfare of children.
• Oversee care plans, placement plans, risk assessments and support strategies.
• Monitor care standards, staff practice, records and procedures.
• Identify improvements to strengthen care quality and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with social workers, local authorities, families and professionals.

Connaissances

Leadership

Staff development

Communication

Organisational skills

Formation

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Description du poste

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children's residential home in Redbridge, supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD).

This is an opportunity for an established children's residential care professional to take ownership of a service, lead an existing staff team and drive high standards of care, safeguarding and regulatory compliance.

You will receive support from a wider management team, including a Responsible Individual and Operations Manager, as you lead the home and promote positive outcomes for the children in your care.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the children's residential home, ensuring a safe, stable and nurturing environment.
• Lead, motivate and develop the staff team, providing supervision, guidance and support.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements, the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards.
• Maintain robust safeguarding procedures and prioritise the welfare and safety of children.
• Oversee care plans, placement plans, risk assessments and individual support strategies.
• Monitor care standards, staff practice, record-keeping and operational procedures.
• Identify and implement improvements to strengthen the quality of care and regulatory compliance.
• Work collaboratively with social workers, local authorities, families and other relevant professionals.
• Support placement stability and promote positive outcomes for children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
• Manage staffing, rotas, resources and the overall performance of the home.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager or in a senior leadership role within children's residential care.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, children's homes regulations and Ofsted requirements.
• Experience leading, managing and developing residential care teams.
• A sound understanding of care planning, risk management and supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• The ability to maintain high standards, manage operational challenges and drive continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.

What We Offer

• An established staff team to lead and develop.
• Support from a wider management structure.
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's lives.
• A leadership role with scope to strengthen practice and improve outcomes.
• A competitive salary of £50,000–£65,000 per annum, depending on experience.