Registered Manager

KHR - Recruitment Specialists; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,500 - 49,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Clinical supervision

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

A leading care provider is seeking a Registered Manager for a children’s residential home in Maidstone. This role entails overseeing daily operations, ensuring exceptional care for young people, and leading a values-driven team. The ideal candidate should possess a Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Childcare, strong leadership qualities, and a history of managing successful children’s homes. The position offers a competitive salary, pension scheme, and support for professional development, contributing to a meaningful career path.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing a Children’s Home rated Good or Outstanding.
• Demonstrates strong leadership and a passion for improving outcomes for children.
• Prepared to undertake an enhanced DBS and provide references.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of the home.
• Ensure young people receive exceptional emotional and physical care.
• Drive compliance across safeguarding, health & safety, and governance.

Skills

Leadership

Emotional intelligence

Resilience

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Childcare

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

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Role: Registered Manager
Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: Circa £45k + Bens
Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm (On call rota)

A leading care provider has exclusively partnered with our agency to appoint an exceptional Registered Manager for a children’s residential home in Kent.

This is not just another management role. This is an opportunity to shape culture, inspire a high‑performing team, and deliver truly outstanding care for up to 4 young people.

We are seeking a proven leader with a track record of managing a Children’s Home rated Good or Outstanding. You will be ambitious, values‑led, and ready to take full ownership of a home with strong organisational backing and genuine long‑term investment.

The Opportunity

• Take full responsibility for the day‑to‑day leadership and performance of the Home
• Ensure young people receive exceptional emotional and physical care
• Build, lead, and develop a passionate, values‑driven staff team
• Embed a culture of collaboration, transparency, and continuous learning
• Drive compliance across safeguarding, health & safety, finance, and governance
• Oversee induction, supervision, and appraisal processes to elevate staff performance
• Play a key role within the wider senior management team, contributing to strategic growth

This is a hands‑on leadership role for someone who thrives on accountability and takes pride in delivering standards that exceed regulatory expectations.

We are looking for a Registered Manager who:

• Holds a Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Childcare (minimum)
• Holds or is working towards the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare
• Has successfully managed a Children’s Home rated “Good” or “Outstanding”
• Demonstrates strong leadership, resilience, and emotional intelligence
• Is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people
• Is prepared to undertake an enhanced DBS and provide references

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Pension scheme
• Significant senior leadership support
• Clinical supervision
• Ongoing professional development and funded training
• A long‑term career pathway within a growing organisation
• This appointment is being managed on a strictly confidential basis

If you are an experienced Registered Manager ready for your next challenge or a high‑performing Deputy ready to step up with the right support, we would welcome a discreet conversation.