Registered Manager - Young People. Job in Beckenham Education & Training Jobs

SCR; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in social care is hiring a Registered Manager for a newly established therapeutic children's home in Beckenham. This key position involves ensuring compliance with Ofsted, developing a care team, and delivering high standards of care to children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties. Ideal candidates should possess leadership skills and a Level 5 Diploma in Childcare Management, alongside a commitment to child-centred practice.

Benefits

Competitive salary of up to £70,000

Performance-related bonus scheme

Supportive senior leadership

Ongoing training and professional development

Opportunity to make a significant impact

Chance to shape and lead a new service

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a managerial role within children's residential EBD setting.
• Proven knowledge of Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015.
• Commitment to trauma-informed, child-centred practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead on the registration of the home with Ofsted.
• Oversee the day-to-day management ensuring a safe environment.
• Implement and monitor individual care plans.

Skills

Leadership

Organisational

Interpersonal

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead a newly established therapeutic children's home in Beckenham, supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a new service from the ground up driving the home s registration, developing a dedicated care team, and ensuring the highest standards of therapeutic and trauma-informed care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on the registration of the home with Ofsted and ensure ongoing compliance with regulatory requirements

• SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants. Oversee the day-to-day management of the home, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and structured environment

• Recruit, manage and develop a high-performing residential care team

• Implement and monitor individual care plans in line with each child s emotional, social, and developmental needs

• Liaise effectively with local authorities, healthcare professionals, families, and partner agencies

• Promote a culture of safeguarding, therapeutic support, and continuous improvement

Essential Criteria

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

• Minimum of 2 years experience in a managerial or deputy managerial role within a children s residential EBD setting

• Proven knowledge of Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, and Ofsted inspection frameworks

• Strong leadership, organisational, and interpersonal skills

• A commitment to trauma-informed, child-centred practice

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of up to £70,000 (dependent on experience)

• Performance-related bonus scheme

• Supportive senior leadership and clinical oversight

• Ongoing training and professional development

• Opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of vulnerable children

• The chance to shape and lead a brand-new service

How to Apply
If you are an ambitious and committed professional looking for your next leadership role in children s residential care, we would love to hear from you.

SCR social care is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of vulnerable adults / children as a priority. This is reflected in our pre-employment checks and requirement to verify and check the identity and references of all applicants.