Job Description:
Registered Manager – Residential Children’s Home
Reporting to: Responsible Individual
About the Role
An established care provider is expanding its services and is seeking an experienced and dedicated Registered Manager to lead a Residential Children’s Home.
This role is ideal for someone passionate about delivering high-quality care and creating a safe, nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive. The service supports young people, including those transitioning towards independent living, with a strong focus on developing life skills and achieving positive outcomes.
As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and development of the home, ensuring children receive outstanding care and support.
Job Purpose
To lead and manage a Children’s Home in line with a therapeutic, child-centred approach, delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
To ensure the home operates in accordance with its Statement of Purpose and meets regulatory standards, aiming for a “Good” or “Outstanding” rating.
Key Responsibilities
General Duties
- Lead the day-to-day management of the home, including staffing, care planning, safeguarding, and quality assurance
- Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulatory frameworks
- Maintain high standards of care for each child
- Provide strong leadership and promote a positive team culture
- Oversee audits, reports, and service reviews
- Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion
- Ensure personalised, child-focused care plans
- Build effective partnerships with local authorities and professionals
- Manage referrals and placement decisions, including risk assessments
Service Delivery
- Embed a child-centred ethos and involve children in the home
- Meet the diverse needs of children and young people
- Lead safeguarding, risk management, and governance
- Ensure access to education, health, and wellbeing support
- Monitor outcomes and promote social inclusion
People Management
- Supervise, support, and develop staff
- Lead recruitment, induction, and training
- Manage rotas and staffing structures
- Conduct performance reviews and support development
- Handle HR matters in line with policy
- Foster a positive working environment
Quality & Compliance
- Conduct quality monitoring and health & safety checks
- Maintain effective risk management systems
- Manage complaints appropriately
- Ensure compliance with regulatory standards
- Prepare for inspections and maintain regulator relationships
- Oversee required reports, including Regulation 44 and 45
Knowledge & Understanding
- Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
- Safeguarding and child protection
- Needs of looked-after children
- Care planning and risk assessment
- Relevant legislation and guidance
Skills & Abilities
- Strong leadership and team management
- Resilience and ability to manage complex situations
- Excellent organisational skills
- Commitment to high-quality care
- Ability to monitor and improve service standards
Equality & Diversity
- Promote inclusive practices and equal opportunities
- Challenge discrimination and support a respectful culture
Essential Requirements
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Children’s Residential Care (or equivalent)
- Experience as a Deputy or Registered Manager in a residential children’s setting
- Experience working with children, young people, and families
- Commitment to ongoing professional development