Registered Manager Children Home

RJS Resourcing Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist care provider in Northampton is seeking a Registered Manager for a 4-bed children’s residential home. The role involves leading a high-performing team, ensuring compliance with Ofsted standards, and delivering exceptional care for children with learning disabilities. Candidates should have an NVQ Level 5 in Childcare or equivalent and proven leadership experience. A competitive salary of up to £50,000 and bonus schemes are offered.

Benefits

Bonus scheme linked to Ofsted outcomes

Career progression opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in residential childcare management.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding frameworks.
• Experience in therapeutic care is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a high-performing residential home.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted standards.
• Support staff development and performance management.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of Ofsted compliance

Education

NVQ Level 5 in Childcare or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Registered Manager - Children\'s Residential Home (LD) • Location: Northampton • Salary: Up to £50,000 + Bonus • Type: Full-Time, Permanent

We are supporting a specialist care provider in their search for an ambitious Registered Manager to lead a high-performing 4-bed home for children and young people with Learning Disabilities (LD). This service has already been recognised as delivering Outstanding care and now requires an experienced leader to continue driving excellence.

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £50,000
• Bonus scheme linked to Ofsted outcomes
• Career progression within a growing and supportive organisation
• Opportunity to lead a well-established, high-quality home

Key Requirements

• NVQ Level 5 in Childcare or equivalent (or willingness to complete)
• Proven leadership and staff management experience in residential childcare
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted compliance and safeguarding frameworks
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Experience in therapeutic care or specialist settings highly desirable

This role offers a fantastic opportunity for an experienced childcare professional who is passionate about making a meaningful difference and is confident leading a team in delivering exceptional outcomes for children and young people