Registered Manager

Job Title: Registered Manager - Children''s Residential Home
Location: ST15 8RG
Salary: -50,000 - -55,000 + 10% Performance Bonus
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
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About the Role
We are recruiting for a passionate and experienced Registered Manager to lead a children''s residential home. This is an excellent opportunity for an established Manager or an ambitious Deputy looking to step up into a leadership role within a supportive, growth-focused organisation.
You will be responsible for the overall management of the home, ensuring high-quality care is delivered while maintaining full regulatory compliance and striving for Good or Outstanding outcomes.
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Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the day-to-day running of the home in line with Ofsted regulations
* Lead, manage, and develop a high-performing staff team
* Ensure the home provides safe, nurturing, and child-centred care
* Drive quality standards to achieve and maintain Good or Outstanding ratings
* Manage budgets, staffing, and operational performance
* Lead on safeguarding and ensure best practice is embedded
* Build strong relationships with local authorities and external stakeholders
* Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections
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Requirements
* Experience within a Good or Outstanding-rated children''s residential service
* Background working with children with EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties) and/or LD (Learning Disabilities)
* Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager ready to step up
* Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and children''s home legislation
* Proven leadership and team management skills
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (or working towards) desirable
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Working Pattern
* 173 hours per month (Monday-Friday)
* On-call rota (approximately once every 2 weeks)
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Salary & Benefits
* -50,000 - -55,000 basic salary
* 10% performance-related bonus
* 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
* Clear internal progression pathways
* Strong learning & development programmes
* Supportive, family-oriented company culture
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Why Join?
* Join a people-first organisation that invests in its staff
* Excellent progression opportunities into senior roles
* Continuous training and development to support your career
* Opportunity to make a genuine difference in young people''s lives

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