Children’s Home Dual Registered Manager

Polaris Community; London; On-site; NOK 698,000 - 867,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car or travel allowance

32 days annual leave

Workplace pension

Mobile phone provided

Job summary

Area Camden is recruiting a Dual Registered Manager to lead its three-bed children’s home in London and oversee a new solo home opening soon. The role requires confident leadership, safeguarding expertise and a focus on outcomes for children aged 9–17 with complex needs.

You will manage day-to-day operations, staff performance, and ensure compliance with Children’s Homes regulations, while supporting professional development and safeguarding outcomes.

Qualifications

• Leadership and management experience in children's services.
• Strong knowledge of childcare safeguarding legislation and regulations.
• Excellent communication skills and professional resilience.
• Ability to lead safeguarding practice and manage risks.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations of two children’s homes.
• Ensure safeguarding and welfare of children at all times.
• Oversee staff practice, training and development.
• Collaborate with external professionals and partner agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safeguarding knowledge

Risk management

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People

Leadership and Management qualification (or willingness to pursue)

Job description

Area Camden
Dual Registered Manager – Children’s Homes
Location: London
Salary: £55,120 per annum, with potential total earnings of up to £68,320 through bonuses (salary may be flexible depending on experience)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week, with participation in the on-call rota

Area Camden has consistently achieved Good and Outstanding Ofsted ratings across its services since 2014. We are seeking an experienced and committed Dual Registered Manager to lead our established three-bed children’s home and open our new solo children’s home in London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident leader with 2–3 years of management experience and a strong background in supporting young people aged 9–17 with complex emotional and behavioural needs.

At Area Camden, children and young people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing safe, nurturing homes where they can thrive, and we are looking for a manager who shares our values, ambition and commitment to high-quality care. You will collaborate closely with external professionals and partner agencies, so professionalism and consistently high standards of practice are essential.

Why Join Area Camden?

Joining Area Camden means becoming part of a provider with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality care and achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. We value strong leadership, reflective practice and professional development, and we are committed to giving our managers the support they need to lead with confidence and make a lasting difference.

• Proven track record of excellence: Since 2014, Area Camden has consistently achieved Good and Outstanding Ofsted ratings, providing a stable and high-performing environment for our managers
• Strong systems and operational structure: We have well-established systems, processes and frameworks in place to support the day-to-day running of our homes, enabling you to focus on delivering high-quality care
• Hands-on senior leadership team: You will receive direct support and oversight from an experienced leadership team, including the Responsible Individual, Operations Director and Head of Care, who take a visible and proactive approach
• Experienced operational leadership: Our senior team, including full-time Responsible Individuals and operational leaders, have previous Registered Manager experience, providing practical and knowledgeable support from people who understand the demands of the role
• Part of the wider Polaris Community: As part of Polaris Community, you will benefit from a broad range of specialist central support services, including:
  • Dedicated recruitment support
  • HR, People and Employee Relations support
  • Quality assurance and compliance support
  • Learning and development programmes
  • Safeguarding specialists
  • Health and safety support
• A wider professional network: You will be part of a broader residential community of managers and professionals, providing opportunities to collaborate, share good practice and access resources
• Opportunities to influence: Take part in wider participation and inclusion initiatives, including opportunities to contribute as a diversity champion
• Continuous development and shared learning: We are committed to supporting your professional growth through training, development opportunities and peer support

About the Role

As Dual Registered Manager, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality, safe and nurturing care across both children’s homes. You will hold overall accountability for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children, overseeing day-to-day operations, leading staff practice and driving continuous improvement in line with Area Camden’s standards, ethos and the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015.

You will provide strong leadership, ensuring care is child-centred and focused on achieving the best outcomes for children. This includes maintaining robust safeguarding systems, safe and effective staffing arrangements, clear risk assessments and effective multi‑agency working.

You will ensure each child’s individual vulnerabilities, behaviours and support needs are understood and responded to consistently. You will supervise and mentor staff, organise work patterns and deliver care-focused training. You will also ensure care plans, safeguarding procedures and support services are implemented effectively.

Requirements for the Role

• A relevant Leadership and Management qualification, or willingness to work towards one, alongside an NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People or an equivalent relevant qualification
• Strong knowledge of childcare and safeguarding legislation, including the Children Act 1989, Care Standards Act 2000, Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
• The ability to lead safeguarding practice, manage risk, respond effectively to incidents and ensure the homes protect and promote the welfare of children at all times
• 2–3 years of management experience, including experience of leading and developing staff teams
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to lead with confidence, professionalism and resilience
• A strong commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for children and young people
• 32 days’ annual leave, including bank holidays, increasing by one day per year for the first three years
• Workplace pension following successful completion of probation
• Mobile phone provided
• Ofsted performance bonus of up to £6,000 per annum, with £3,000 awarded per home achieving an Outstanding Ofsted judgement and £1,500 per home achieving a Good Ofsted judgement
• Full occupancy bonus of up to £600 per month
• Company car or £3,000 annual travel allowance
• Local parking permit

Additional Terms

• Three-month notice period, except in disciplinary cases
• Appointment is subject to Ofsted approval

In this role, you will have the opportunity to shape safe, stable and nurturing home environments where your leadership can have a meaningful and lasting impact on children’s lives. You will manage your own rota and take part in the on-call rota.

Area Camden is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Area Camden is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.