Registered Manager. Job in Hounslow Education & Training Jobs

London Borough of Hounslow; Greater London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Greater London is seeking a Registered Manager to oversee a new children's home. You will lead a team to provide care for children with complex needs and ensure the home meets all quality standards. Ideal candidates will have significant managerial experience and a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare. This role offers a permanent, full-time position with a salary range of £52,194 – £55,323.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience managing residential teams in child care.
• Strong knowledge of Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and related frameworks.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a residential children's home for children with complex behavioural needs.
• Recruit and develop residential staff.
• Manage care planning and safeguarding procedures.
• Ensure the home meets quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict resolution

Child-centred practice

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Registered Manager – Bedfont Lane Children’s Home

Permanent, Full‑time, 36 hours per week
£52,194 – £55,323 per annum

We’re part of the London Borough of Hounslow, committed to providing excellent services to our residents and making lives better. We believe in equality, diversity and inclusion and are an inclusive employer and a Disability Confident Employer.

Benefits

We offer a range of employee benefits. Read more about these here.

About the Role

Lead a brand new purpose‑built six‑bedroom residential children’s home designed to support Looked After Children with complex behavioural needs. As Registered Manager you will shape the culture, standards and success of the home from day one.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruit and develop residential staff.
• Manage care planning and safeguarding procedures.
• Build strong relationships with children, families and professionals.
• Ensure the home meets quality standards and delivers positive outcomes.
• Lead service innovation, continuous improvement and policy development.
• Chair working groups, supervise and mentor staff.
• Manage budgets and operational delivery.

Qualifications & Experience

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) and registration with Ofsted.
• Extensive experience managing residential teams in child care.
• Strong knowledge of Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, The Children Act, Ofsted inspection framework.
• Strategic, operational and financial leadership skills.
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution and resilience.
• Commitment to inclusive, child‑centred practice.
• Enhanced DBS check required.

About the Team

The team includes:

• Residential Manager
• Deputy Managers
• Senior Residential Support Workers
• Residential Support Workers
• A Chef/Cook
• A Handyperson
• A Domestic Cleaner

We work with social workers, education providers, healthcare professionals and families to deliver holistic support.

When Interviews Will Be Held

Interviews will take place throughout January 2026. The recruitment campaign is ongoing and we are recruiting across multiple roles.

How to Apply

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