Registered Manager

Hillingdon Council; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading council is looking for a dedicated Registered Manager to oversee the operations of one of their Ofsted-registered Children’s Homes. This role involves ensuring the welfare of children and young people with complex needs while leading a nurturing team. Candidates should have a Level 5 qualification and proven experience in children's residential care.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Generous Holiday Entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme

Mental Health Support and Counselling Services

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in children’s residential care.
• In-depth knowledge of Children’s Home Regulations and Quality Standards.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the home provides a safe, nurturing environment for young people.
• Lead and manage a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational Skills

Communication

Compassion

Empathy

Education

Level 5 Qualification

Job description

About the role

We are looking for a compassionate and experienced Registered Manager to lead the daily operations of one of our Ofsted-registered Children’s Homes. This full-time role involves providing accommodation and support for children and young people with complex needs, including emotional and behavioural difficulties as well as learning disabilities.

As Registered Manager, you will:

• Ensure the home provides a safe, nurturing environment that promotes the well-being and development of young people.
• Lead and manage a dedicated team to deliver high-quality care.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory standards and best practices.
• Maintain and enhance high standards of care and safeguarding.

About You

We are seeking a Level 5-qualified professional with a passion for supporting children and young people with complex needs. The ideal candidate will have:

• Proven experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in children’s residential care.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of Children’s Home Regulations and Quality Standards.
• A proactive, compassionate, and empathetic approach.
• A ‘can-do’ attitude with the ability to lead change, motivate colleagues, and drive continuous improvement.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable young people while leading a committed team in delivering outstanding care.

About us

We value our employees and are committed to ensuring that they enjoy a fulfilling and rewarding career with us. We understand that a happy and motivated workforce is essential for the success of our organisation. That is why we offer a wide range of employee benefits to enhance your work-life balance, financial wellbeing, health, and professional development.

Here’s a comprehensive overview of the fantastic benefits we provide:

• Flexible Working Hours – We recognise the importance of flexibility in managing your work and personal life.
• 36 Hour Week – Enjoy a standard 36-hour workweek for all full time staff.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement – increasing with length of service (for non-casual roles).
• Hillingdon Sports & Leisure – Stay active and healthy with discounts at council owned leisure centres and swimming pools across the borough.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes – option to join schemes for cycle purchase, electric vehicle leasing and additional voluntary pension contributions (subject to scheme rules).
• Cycle to Work – Eco-friendly commuting with our cycle purchase scheme. We also provide bicycle parking, lockers, and showers at the Civic Centre.
• Local Government Pension Scheme – access to Local Government Pension Scheme and membership to the Credit Union.
• Vivup Benefits – Access a variety of offers and discounts through our Vivup Benefits.
• Mental Health Support and Counselling Services – Our mental health first aiders are trained to identify, understand, and help employees experiencing mental health issues. Access free 24-hour confidential advice and counselling as well as a legal advice service for you and your immediate family.
• Travel Support – Make your daily commute easier with our season ticket loans and free car parking.
  

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Statement

At the London Borough of Hillingdon, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace. This commitment means that all employees, job applicants and others who work for us will be treated fairly.

The aim is for our workforce to be representative of all sections of society and Hillingdon residents so we welcome applicants from a wide variety of backgrounds. We strive to ensure that our recruitment process is free from discrimination and bias, and we are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with disabilities.

Join us in building a workplace where everyone feels respected, able to give their best and be themselves at work, whilst contributing meaningfully to our organisation's success.

Recruitment Information

Hillingdon Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities that meet the essential criteria for the role and wish to be considered under this scheme. We believe in the option to choose, so candidates declaring a disability have the choice to opt in for consideration under this scheme, on a ‘per application’ basis.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Some posts are subject to The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2019 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

In addition to verifying Right to Work in the UK and a new starter health questionnaire, the post is subject tothe following pre-employment screening:

• Enhanced DBS Check
• Qualifications Check
• 5 years of Referencing

Please note:Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Hillingdon Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.

It may be necessary due to a high volume of applications to close this role early. We therefore recommend you apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.