Registered Manager of A Children’s Home

• Take full responsibility for the leadership, management, and development of a children’s home in Enfield
• Ensure the home operates in full compliance with Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted standards
• Create a safe, nurturing, and stable environment where children and young people can thrive
• Drive a culture of high-quality, child-centred care focused on achieving positive outcomes

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership and direction to the staff team, promoting a positive and therapeutic care environment
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times
• Ensure care plans are effectively implemented, regularly reviewed, and tailored to individual needs
• Lead on Ofsted inspections, ensuring the home is always inspection-ready
• Recruit, supervise, appraise, and develop staff, ensuring appropriate training and CPD
• Manage staffing levels, rotas, and on-call arrangements to maintain safe and effective care
• Handle safeguarding concerns, incidents, and complaints in line with policy and regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate, compliant, and up-to-date records and documentation
• Monitor and improve the quality of care through audits, feedback, and continuous improvement processes
• Work in partnership with external agencies, families, and professionals to support young people
• Oversee the home’s budget and resources to ensure effective and sustainable operation

What We’re Looking For

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to achieve within required timeframe)
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in residential childcare within the last 5 years
• At least 1 year’s experience in a supervisory or management role within a care setting
• Strong knowledge of Children’s Homes Regulations, safeguarding practices, and Ofsted expectations
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, manage, and develop teams
• Excellent organisational, communication, and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour and complex needs effectively
• Commitment to continuous professional development and high standards of care
• Physically and mentally fit to manage the demands of the role, with integrity and good character

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