Registered Manager / RI

Domus Recruitment; Croydon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Domus Recruitment offers a unique opportunity for experienced Managers to run their own Children’s residential home with full autonomy and financial backing. Ideal candidates will have a strong sector background and at least 3 years of registration within an Ofsted-registered home, enabling them to significantly impact the quality of care provided.

Benefits

Equity in the business

Potential to earn up to 20% profits through bonuses

Referral bonus for successful placements

Qualifications

• Over 3 years’ experience managing staff in children's social care.
• Experience with Ofsted inspections is required.
• Strong knowledge of child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage an Ofsted-registered residential home ensuring compliance.
• Lead a team of care professionals while maintaining high standards.
• Recruit, develop, and motivate staff to foster a positive culture.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Child Protection

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership in Health and Social Care

Level 3 in Children and Young People Workforce

Job description

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Children’s Residential Manager Opportunity

Domus is seeking experienced Managers in the Children’s Residential sector who aspire to establish their own Children’s home. This is a unique opportunity to run your own business with full autonomy and financial backing.

Ideal candidates will have held a registration for at least 3 years in an Ofsted-registered home and possess strong sector knowledge.

This role offers more than typical Registered Manager responsibilities; it is a chance to make a significant impact and enhance the quality of care across the sector.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage an Ofsted-registered residential home, ensuring compliance with legislation, regulations, policies, and the Statement of Purpose.
• Lead and oversee a team of care professionals, maintaining high standards of care for children and young people.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and Ofsted requirements are met.
• Build and maintain relationships with families, social workers, and regulatory bodies.
• Recruit, develop, and motivate staff, fostering a positive workplace culture.
• Manage budgets and financial planning to support sustainable growth.

Key Requirements:

• Level 5 Diploma in Management and Leadership in Health and Social Care for Residential Childcare or equivalent; Level 3 in Children and Young People Workforce is preferred.
• Significant management experience in planning, developing, and delivering children’s social care services.
• Proven track record of service improvement and growth.
• Experience with management information and quality systems to ensure operational excellence.
• Over 3 years’ recent experience managing staff in children’s social care and residential settings.
• Experience with Ofsted inspections.
• Strong knowledge of child protection procedures.
• Leadership skills in motivating staff in challenging environments.
• Experience managing budgets and financial planning.
• Equity in the business and potential to earn up to 20% profits through bonuses.
• Opportunity to run your own business with total autonomy.

If interested, please apply or contact Russell Thompson at Domus Recruitment for more information.

We also reward candidate referrals: earn £300 for successfully placing a referred candidate who remains in role for at least one month.