Registered Manager

Pinnacle Recruitment Group; Romford; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

23 days annual leave

On-site parking

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Training and development

Job summary

Pinnacle Recruitment Group is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children's residential home in Romford. The role focuses on delivering outstanding outcomes for children and young people within a supportive, professional environment.

As a strong and values-driven leader, you will oversee care planning, safeguarding, and staff development while ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality, person-centred care.

Qualifications

• Experience managing a children's residential home.
• Experience supporting children with emotional/behavioural difficulties and/or complex needs.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, inspections and quality standards.
• Proven experience leading, managing and developing staff teams.
• Experience managing budgets, rotas and operational performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full operational management of the children's home in line with the Children's Homes Regulations and Ofsted standards.
• Lead on care planning, safeguarding, staffing, quality assurance and the continued development of the home.
• Ensure children and young people receive high-quality, person-centred care tailored to their individual needs and developmental goals.
• Create and maintain a positive, professional and supportive team culture.
• Mentor, motivate and develop staff to deliver consistent, high-quality and trauma-informed care.
• Act as a strong advocate for children and young people.
• Represent the service in professional networks, multi-agency meetings and Ofsted inspections.
• Take responsibility for the home's financial and administrative performance.
• Manage rotas, staffing and resources effectively.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure the home remains compliant, sustainable and focused on achieving the best possible outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Ofsted knowledge

Safeguarding

Staff development

Budget management

Driving licence

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

Tools

Digital care systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home

Location: Romford

Salary: £50,000-£60,000 per year

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Driving Licence: Required

A Role Where Support, Progression & Purpose Come Together

Pinnacle Recruitment Group is proud to be recruiting for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead a children's residential home in Romford.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and values-driven leader to take ownership of a service, build and develop a strong team, and ensure outstanding outcomes for children and young people.

The successful candidate will join an organisation that places a genuine emphasis on staff wellbeing, professional development and career progression. With hands-on senior leadership, ongoing guidance and dedicated welfare and development support, this is a role where you will feel supported while having the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

As the Registered Manager, you will lead a home that prioritises emotional security, personalised care and positive development, helping children and young people to thrive and reach their full potential.

The Role

• Oversee the full operational management of the children's home in line with the Children's Homes Regulations and Ofsted standards
• Lead on care planning, safeguarding, staffing, quality assurance and the continued development of the home
• Ensure children and young people receive high-quality, person-centred care tailored to their individual needs and developmental goals
• Create and maintain a positive, professional and supportive team culture
• Mentor, motivate and develop staff to deliver consistent, high-quality and trauma-informed care
• Act as a strong advocate for children and young people
• Represent the service in professional networks, multi-agency meetings and Ofsted inspections
• Take responsibility for the home's financial and administrative performance
• Manage rotas, staffing and resources effectively
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure the home remains compliant, sustainable and focused on achieving the best possible outcomes

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a strong and experienced leader who is genuinely committed to making a difference in the lives of children and young people.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience managing a children's residential home
• Experience supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties and/or complex needs
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, inspections and quality standards
• Proven experience leading, managing and developing staff teams
• Confident knowledge of safeguarding, care planning and risk management
• Experience working effectively with multi-agency professionals
• Experience managing budgets, rotas and operational performance
• Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or working towards the qualification
• Proficient in digital care systems and Microsoft Office
• Full UK Driving Licence

Why Apply?

The organisation is committed to creating a positive working environment where staff feel valued, supported and able to develop their careers.

Benefits Include:

• Supportive and inclusive working culture
• Genuine opportunities for training, development and career progression
• Competitive salary of £50,000-£60,000 per year
• Performance-related bonus opportunities
• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 3% employer pension contribution
• Annual pay reviewEmployee Assistance Programme
• CPD and ongoing development opportunities
• Access to dedicated development and welfare support
• Mental Health First Aiders
• Team-building days and company events
• Employee of the Month scheme
• Refer a Friend scheme
• Casual dress
• Free on-site parking
• Cycle to Work scheme