Registered Manager (Childcare)

Company: Torchlight Recruitment Solutions
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Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Care

Permanent | £53,000 + Package

Camden, London

We’re partnered with a growing, well-backed residential childcare provider to appoint a strong Registered Manager for one of their homes supporting young people with complex needs.

This is a proper leadership role – full autonomy, full accountability, and the opportunity to really put your stamp on a service. You’ll be responsible for driving standards, leading from the front, and ensuring the home delivers consistently high-quality, child-centred care.

If you’re the type of Manager who takes pride in outcomes, culture, and running a tight, compliant operation – this will suit you.

The Role

  • Full operational leadership of the children’s home
  • Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards
  • Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all young people
  • Leading, developing and retaining a stable staff team
  • Driving positive outcomes and improving inspection ratings where needed
  • Managing budgets and ensuring efficient day-to-day running

About You

  • Experienced Registered Manager within children’s residential care
  • Strong working knowledge of Ofsted and inspection frameworks
  • Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or working towards)
  • Proven track record of building and leading effective teams
  • Passionate about raising standards and delivering real outcomes

What’s on Offer

  • £53,000 salary + incentives
  • Supportive and experienced senior leadership team
  • Real autonomy to shape and improve the service
  • Clear progression as the organisation continues to grow

If you’re looking for a role where you can genuinely influence outcomes, build a strong team, and take ownership of a service – this is one worth exploring.

Posted: March 30th, 2026