Job Description:

Our client is an independent provider of children's residential care, committed to delivering high-quality, therapeutic, relationship-based support for children and young people.

They are looking to appoint an experienced Registered Manager to lead the day-to-day running of their children's home, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding and regulatory compliance. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive organisation where you can make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young people.

Registered Manager – Children's Residential Home

Location: Greenhithe, Kent
Salary: £60,000–£70,000 per annum + performance-related bonus

Key Responsibilities

• Register with Ofsted as the Registered Manager.
• Lead and manage the daily operations of the home.
• Ensure compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
• Promote a therapeutic, child-centred approach to care.
• Recruit, lead and develop the staff team.
• Maintain effective safeguarding practices.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, local authorities and external agencies.
• Manage budgets and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

Essential:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent recognised by Ofsted).
• Minimum of two years' management experience within a children's residential setting.
• Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and safeguarding.
• Experience working with Ofsted.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• Experience achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted inspections.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed or therapeutic models of care.

What's on Offer

• £60,000–£70,000 salary plus performance bonus.
• Supportive and experienced leadership team.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression.
• Opportunity to shape and develop a high-quality children's residential service.

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