Registered Children’s Home Manager | Ilford, East London | Sponsorship Available
Westmont College Limited is recruiting an experienced Ofsted Registered Children’s Home Manager to join its expanding residential care services in East London (Ilford). This is a senior leadership role within children’s residential care, focused on delivering high-quality, safe, and nurturing environments for young people.
The organisation operates within the regulated children’s social care sector and is actively expanding its residential home provision. This role is designed for experienced Registered Managers or Deputy Managers who are ready to take on greater responsibility in leading a children’s home under Ofsted standards. Applicants must have prior experience working in Ofsted-registered children’s homes (excluding 16+ provision) and be able to demonstrate strong leadership, compliance, and safeguarding knowledge.
This opportunity also includes a structured progression pathway. Candidates may initially join as a Deputy Manager within an existing service while a new home is being registered (6–18 months process). During this period, the role provides hands-on leadership experience, administrative responsibility, and operational involvement. Once registration is complete, the role progresses into a full Registered Manager position with increased salary and performance-based incentives.
The role is ideal for professionals who are passionate about improving outcomes for young people in care, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading multidisciplinary teams in a high-impact environment.
As an Ofsted Registered Children’s Home Manager, your responsibilities will include:
- Leading the daily operations of a children’s residential home in line with Ofsted regulations
- Ensuring safeguarding policies and child protection procedures are strictly followed
- Managing and supervising residential care staff, including rota planning and performance oversight
- Providing high-quality care planning and emotional support frameworks for young people
- Overseeing compliance with Ofsted standards and preparing for inspections
- Maintaining accurate records, reports, and care documentation
- Working closely with social workers, local authorities, and external professionals
- Supporting behaviour management strategies and therapeutic care approaches
- Participating in on-call responsibilities and senior leadership rota systems
- Contributing to the development and registration of new children’s homes
Candidate Requirements
Required
- Minimum 1 year full-time experience as Deputy Manager in an Ofsted-registered children’s home
- Experience in residential childcare (not 16+ supported living provision)
- Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding frameworks
- Ability to provide URN (Unique Reference Number) of previous children’s home experience
- Excellent spoken and written English communication skills
- Strong leadership, decision-making, and organisational abilities
- Ability to work onsite in East London on a structured rota
- Commitment to child-centred care and safeguarding excellence
Preferred
- Previous experience as Registered Manager in children’s residential care
- Driving licence (preferred but not mandatory)
- Experience preparing homes for Ofsted inspections
- Strong administrative and documentation skills
- Ability to manage complex behavioural needs in children and young people
- Experience working in 2:1 staffing models and rota-based environments
Job Title: Ofsted Registered Children’s Home ManagerCompany: Westmont College LimitedLocation: Ilford, East London, UKJob Type: Full-Time, PermanentSalary: £40,000 – £60,000 per year (with performance-based bonuses)Working Pattern: On-site (3 days rota-based leadership + admin day + on-call duties)Visa Sponsorship: Available (subject to eligibility and experience requirements)Contract Structure: Progression from Deputy Manager to Registered Manager upon home registration
Working with Westmont College Limited includes:
- Competitive salary package up to £60,000 per year
- Monthly performance bonuses for young person (YP) retention
- Additional bonuses for achieving Ofsted “Good” ratings
- Structured career progression from Deputy Manager to Registered Manager
- Hands-on leadership development in a growing organisation
- Opportunity to help establish and register new children’s homes
- Supportive leadership structure and shared on-call responsibilities
- Long-term career stability in the UK social care sector
- Exposure to Ofsted inspection processes and compliance leadership
- Team-based working environment with 2:1 staffing model
Why Join Westmont College Limited
Westmont College Limited is focused on delivering high-quality residential care for children and young people in need of stable, structured, and supportive environments. The organisation is actively expanding its services and offers professionals the opportunity to be part of setting up and managing new homes from the ground up.
This role is designed for experienced leaders who want to make a meaningful difference in children’s lives while advancing their career in residential childcare management. The organisation places strong emphasis on safeguarding, compliance, and improving outcomes for vulnerable young people.
Joining the team means becoming part of a developing service where leadership, accountability, and care quality are central to everything delivered.
Application Process
Interested candidates should apply through the employer’s recruitment process and provide full details of their relevant experience.
Applicants may be required to submit:
- Updated CV
- Proof of Ofsted-registered children’s home experience
- URN details from previous employment
- Details of qualifications and safeguarding training
- Evidence of leadership or management experience
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview and further assessment stages.
Candidates requiring Skilled Worker visa sponsorship must ensure they meet UKVI eligibility requirements before applying.
Is visa sponsorship available for this role?
Yes. Sponsorship is available for eligible candidates, particularly those with the required Ofsted residential childcare management experience.
Do I need experience in a children’s home?
Yes. Applicants must have at least 1 year of full-time Deputy Manager experience in an Ofsted-registered children’s home (excluding 16+ provision).
What is the salary range?
The salary ranges from £40,000 to £60,000 per year, with additional performance-based bonuses available.
What working pattern is required?
The role involves a structured onsite rota, including 3 days operational leadership, 1 admin/documentation day, and shared on-call responsibilities.
Can I apply if I am a Registered Manager already?
Yes. Experienced Registered Managers may be eligible for a higher salary package depending on experience.
Is driving required?
A driving licence is preferred but not mandatory for the role.
What makes this role different?
This role offers a progression pathway into a new home registration, allowing candidates to transition from Deputy Manager to Registered Manager with increased salary and bonuses over time.
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