Registered Manager - Ofsted

Leaders in Care; Walsall; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working (4 days in the home)

Accommodation support

Immediate start

Progression opportunities

Job summary

Leaders in Care is seeking an experienced Ofsted Registered Manager to lead a children’s home in the West Midlands, ensuring compliance with regulations and safeguarding standards. You’ll inspire and support staff to help young people reach their potential, with a focus on safety, care quality, and continuous improvement.

This role offers flexible working patterns (4 days in the home), accommodation support, and immediate start for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a residential setting.
• Proven leadership and people management skills with staff development focus.
• Thorough understanding of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and drive the home’s delivery of its Statement of Purpose.
• Provide effective leadership, management and supervision to the residential team.
• Oversee care and protection planning to meet each child’s needs.
• Safeguard and promote welfare of young people with a culture of safety and aspiration.
• Drive continuous improvement aligned with the home’s objectives.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Up to £500 Per Day | Accommodation Support | Supportive Management | Flexibility | Immediate Start

Leaders in Care are currently seeking an experienced Ofsted Registered Manager to take the lead in delivering a home’s Statement of Purpose, ensuring that each child and young person is provided with a safe, secure, and caring environment. You will inspire, guide, and support young people to reach their full potential in every aspect of their lives.

This role is based within West Midlands, supporting a local authority that is currently on an exciting improvement journey, with several new homes opening and progressing toward Ofsted registration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure the home operates in full compliance with Ofsted Regulations,
• Children’s Homes Regulations, and Quality Standards.
• Provide effective leadership, management, and supervision to a team of residential care professionals.
• Oversee care and protection planning, ensuring children’s individual needs are fully met.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of young people, embedding a culture of safety and aspiration.
• Drive continuous improvement in line with the home’s Statement of Purpose.

Benefits:

• Flexible Working – typically 4 days per week in the home.
• Supportive Management – join a dedicated team with a strong ethos of collaboration and improvement.
• Excellent Rate of Pay – up to £500 Per Day
• Accommodation Support – available for overnight stays if required.
• Extended Contracts – opportunity for ongoing work.
• Immediate Start – begin your next role without delay.
• Easily accessible via Public Transport

Requirements:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent / willingness to work towards).
• Minimum 4 years’ experience in a residential setting
• Gone through 1 registration
• Proven leadership and people management skills, with a strong commitment to staff development.
• Thorough understanding of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and child protection procedures.