Registered Manager Children's Residential Home

YourRecruit Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

YourRecruit Ltd in the UK is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children's residential home in Leatherhead, delivering high-quality, therapeutic care and ensuring compliance with the 2015 regulations. You will oversee the care team, manage budgets and participate in on-call duties, with a clear focus on safeguarding and positive outcomes for children.

The role requires Level 5 Diploma, Ofsted registration or eligibility, and at least two years of management experience in a

Qualifications

• Extensive management experience in a children's residential setting.
• Registered with Ofsted or eligible to register as Registered Manager.
• Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and safeguarding.
• Excellent communication, organisational and decision‑making skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective leadership and operational management of the home.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding.
• Lead and develop a high-performing care team.
• Oversee care planning and risk assessments for each child.
• Build relationships with local authorities, families and professionals.
• Manage budgets, resources and occupancy levels.
• Prepare for inspections and drive service excellence.
• Participate in on-call rota and provide operational support.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Decision making

Budgeting

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Registered Manager Children's Residential Home

Location: Leatherhead
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000
Hours: 40 hours per week (flexibility required)

The Role

Our client is looking for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead a children's residential home, providing high-quality, therapeutic care and ensuring the very best outcomes for children and young people.

As the Ofsted Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day leadership of the service, ensuring it operates safely, effectively and in full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards. You'll lead, develop and inspire your team while creating a positive, nurturing environment where children can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide effective leadership and operational management of the home.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, safeguarding legislation and quality standards.
• Lead, motivate and develop a high-performing care team through recruitment, supervision and performance management.
• Oversee care planning, risk assessments and placement matching to ensure the best outcomes for each child.
• Build strong relationships with local authorities, families and external professionals.
• Manage budgets, resources and occupancy levels effectively.
• Promote continuous improvement, preparing for inspections and driving service excellence.
• Participate in the on-call rota and provide operational support where required.

About You

You’ll be a confident leader with a genuine commitment to improving the lives of children and young people.

Essential Requirements

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Registered with Ofsted as a Registered Manager, or eligible to register.
• Minimum of 2 years’ recent management experience within a children's residential setting.
• Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and safeguarding legislation.
• Experience leading and developing teams within a regulated care environment.
• Excellent communication, organisational and decision‑making skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

What’s on Offer

• Salary of £55,000 - £65,000.
• Opportunity to lead a well-supported residential service.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference to young people’s lives.

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Due to the large numbers of responses we receive, despite our best efforts it is not possible to respond to every application. Therefore, only short‑listed candidates will be contacted for this particular role and if you haven’t heard from us within 7 days please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please feel free however to apply for further roles and we will certainly keep your details on file and contact you with suitable vacancies.

YourRecruit Ltd does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender or disability and complies with all relevant UK legislation.

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