Registered Manager - Childrens Home

First For Support; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's support organization is looking for an experienced Registered Manager to oversee the reopening of their children's home in London. The role demands strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of children's safeguarding. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with regulations, managing staff, and creating a supportive environment for young people. The position comes with a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and various benefits, including local parking permits and career development opportunities.

Benefits

32 days annual leave

Performance bonuses

Company car or £3,000 travel allowance

Mobile phone provided

Local parking permit

Pension scheme available after probation

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-3 years' experience as a Registered Manager in a children's residential setting.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for overall running of the home.
• Lead and motivate the staff team to create a nurturing environment.
• Manage strategic planning and staffing.

Skills

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Report-writing skills

Education

NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care

NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children & Young People

Job description

Overview

Location: London, NW1 • Hours: 40 per week (flexibility required) • Salary: £50,000 base, up to £56,600 with bonuses • 3 Bed Home - Reopening

Our client is a Good-rated Ofsted regulated organisation, committed to putting young people at the centre of everything they do. They provide safe, supportive and nurturing environments that allow children and young people to thrive, achieve their full potential, and successfully transition into adulthood. My client is excited to reopen their 3 bed children's home in London and are now seeking an experienced, professional and motivated Registered Manager to lead the service.

Responsibilities

• As Registered Manager, you will be accountable for the overall running of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance with Children\'s Home Regulations.
• You will lead, motivate and support the staff team to provide a safe, nurturing and structured environment for young people aged 11-17 with challenging behaviours.
• Ensuring care delivery is focused on achieving the best possible outcomes for young people.
• Taking responsibility for strategic planning, rota management, safeguarding and staff development.
• Maintaining effective partnerships with professionals, agencies and the local community.
• Taking a proactive role in staff supervision, mentoring, training, and ensuring high practice standards.

Requirements

• Experienced: 2-3 years\' Registered Manager experience in a children\'s residential setting, with strong safeguarding knowledge.
• Qualified: NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) and NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children & Young People (or equivalent).
• Knowledgeable: Strong understanding of the Children\'s Act 1989, Care Standards Act 2000, and Ofsted regulations.
• Skilled: Excellent leadership, organisational, communication and report-writing skills.
• Flexible: Willing to manage own rota, including evenings, weekends and occasional night shifts to ensure safe staffing levels.

Benefits

• Annual leave: 32 days (including bank holidays), rising annually for the first 3 years
• Performance bonuses:
  • £3,000 - Outstanding Ofsted report
  • £1,500 - Good Ofsted report
  • £400 - Full occupancy bonus (monthly)
• Company car or £3,000 travel allowance
• Mobile phone provided
• Local parking permit
• Pension scheme - available after probation
• Enhanced career development opportunities within a growing organisation

Additional Information

• The role is subject to a 6-month probationary period and a 3-month notice period (other than in disciplinary cases).
• Candidates must be approved by Ofsted as a Registered Manager.
• An Enhanced DBS check and thorough reference checks will be carried out prior to appointment