Registered OFSTED Manager

Bright Future Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated recruitment agency in Northampton is seeking a Registered Manager to lead a children's home and ensure high-quality care and support. This role involves effective leadership and management, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering relationships with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, relevant qualifications, and a passion for improving the lives of children in care. Competitive salary up to £60,000 is offered depending on experience.

Benefits

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Support from experienced professionals

Chance to shape the culture of a new service

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within children's residential care.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted requirements and children's legislation.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead the home towards achieving a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating.
• Ensure children receive the highest standards of care.
• Manage day-to-day operations and compliance with regulations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Registered Manager - Childrens Home

Location: Northampton
Salary: Up to £60,000
Start Date: ASAP

The Role

We are seeking a driven and experienced Registered Manager to lead the home and guide it toward achieving its first Ofsted inspection rating. This is an exciting opportunity to put your stamp on a new service and build a high-quality, child-focused culture from the ground up.

The Registered Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the children receive the highest standards of care and support while leading and inspiring a dedicated staff team.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong and effective leadership to the staff team, ensuring a child-centred, nurturing, and consistent approach.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations and Ofsted Quality Standards.
• Work closely with the Responsible Individual and Director to build a service that promotes positive outcomes for children.
• Develop, implement, and review individualised care plans and risk assessments tailored to each child's needs.
• Ensure robust safeguarding practices are in place, keeping children safe at all times.
• Foster strong working relationships with social workers, education providers, health professionals, and other agencies.
• Lead the home towards achieving a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating.
• Oversee budgets, resources, and administrative duties effectively.

Requirements

• NVQ/QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).
• Proven experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within children's residential care.
• A strong understanding of Ofsted requirements, safeguarding, and children's legislation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A passion for delivering high-quality, child-centred care.
• Full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary up to £60,000 (depending on experience).
• The chance to lead a newly registered home and shape its culture and success from the outset.
• Support from a Director with a medical background who understands the importance of safeguarding and changing lives.
• Guidance and mentoring from a Responsible Individual with years of successful Ofsted experience.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children in care.