Registered Manager Children's Residential Home

Brook Street; Romford; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-house clinical psychology support

Therapeutic, child-focused environment

Strong senior management support

Job summary

Brook Street in Romford is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a 3-bed therapeutic children’s home for ages 8-18. The role focuses on trauma-informed care, supported by an in-house clinical psychology team and a stable staff group.

The successful candidate will ensure Ofsted compliance, drive safeguarding, care planning and continuous service improvement within a supportive senior management structure. A full UK driving licence is required.

Qualifications

• Leadership and management skills for residential childcare.
• Strong safeguarding and Ofsted knowledge are essential.
• Ability to lead and develop a high-performing staff team.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the home.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes Regulations.
• Promote outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
• Lead, develop and support a high-performing staff team.
• Manage safeguarding, care planning, and risk management processes.
• Maintain positive relationships with local authorities, families and professionals.
• Drive continuous improvement throughout the service.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Safeguarding

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Registered Manager Children's Residential Home

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home (OFSTED)

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate

Registered Manager to lead a well-established therapeutic children's residential home in the Romford area.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join an organisation with a strong reputation for delivering outstanding outcomes for children and young people. The home has maintained consistently positive inspection outcomes throughout its history and benefits from a stable, well-staffed team and excellent levels of support.

About the Home

• 3-bed therapeutic children's home
• Supports children and young people aged 8-18 years
• Therapeutic approach focused on trauma-informed care
• Supported by an in-house Clinical Psychology Team
• Fully staffed and established team in place
• Consistently rated Good and Good with Outstanding by Ofsted

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the home.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes Regulations.
• Promote outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
• Lead, develop and support a high-performing staff team.
• Manage safeguarding, care planning, and risk management processes.
• Maintain positive relationships with local authorities, families and professionals.
• Drive continuous improvement throughout the service.
• Competitive salary of £55,000 - £70,000
• Established and highly supportive senior management structure
• In-house clinical psychology support
• Opportunity to work within a therapeutic, child-focused environment
• Excellent support from an experienced staff team

Requirements

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within a children's residential setting.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted requirements and safeguarding legislation.
• Full UK Driving Licence.
• Passion for improving outcomes for children and young people.