Registered Service Manager

Quickline Recruitment Ltd; Gayton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Registered Service Manager to oversee the operation of five children's residential homes in Staffordshire. The successful candidate will provide strategic leadership, ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, and foster an environment where children can thrive. Ideal candidates will have experience in care management and a passion for improving children's outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience managing residential care homes.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and standards.
• Proven track record in leading teams and driving performance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operation of five children's residential homes.
• Ensure homes achieve high Ofsted ratings.
• Mentor Registered Managers and promote continuous improvement.
• Manage safeguarding and compliance issues effectively.
• Collaborate with local authorities and partner agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Compliance knowledge

Budget management

Safeguarding knowledge

Job description

Registered Service Manager

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Service Manager to oversee the operation and performance of five children's residential homes across Staffordshire. This is a pivotal leadership role, responsible for ensuring each home provides a safe, nurturing, and high-quality environment where children can thrive.

The successful candidate will be an inspiring leader, an effective manager of people and resources, and a committed champion for children's outcomes. You'll work closely with Home Managers to drive excellence in care delivery, compliance, and development across all services.

Key Responsibilities as a Registered Service Manager

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across five Ofsted-registered children's homes.
• Ensure all homes consistently achieve 'Good' or 'Outstanding' Ofsted ratings.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Registered Managers, promoting a culture of accountability, support, and continuous improvement.
• Oversee safeguarding, quality assurance, and compliance in line with Ofsted regulations, the Children's Homes Regulations 2015, and Quality Standards.
• Work collaboratively with local authorities, social workers, and partner agencies to ensure the best outcomes for children and young people.
• Monitor budgets, staffing, and resources effectively to ensure high-quality service delivery within financial parameters.
• Drive service development initiatives, ensuring innovation and best practice are embedded across all homes.
• Act as a senior point of escalation for safeguarding or operational issues.

If you are interested in this Registered Service Manager position, feel free to apply or contact Jayden on (phone number removed) or email.