Childcare jobs in United Kingdom

Registered Manager – Childrens Home

Location : Staines

Salary : Up to £70,000

Start Date : ASAP

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• Competitive salary up to £70,000 (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.