Registered Manager Children's Home

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Children's Home Registered Manager

Location: Tring, Hertfordshire

Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum + Performance Bonus

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours: 40 hours per week

About the Opportunity

Brook Street Social Care is recruiting on behalf of a well-established children's residential care provider seeking an experienced and passionate

Children's Home Registered Manager to lead an Ofsted-registered home supporting children and young people.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated leader who is committed to delivering outstanding care, driving positive outcomes, and creating a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the children's residential home, ensuring full compliance with Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes Quality Standards.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a dedicated team to deliver high-quality, child-centred care.
• Ensure safeguarding practices are embedded throughout the service and promote the welfare of all young people.
• Manage staff recruitment, supervision, performance management, and training.
• Maintain excellent standards of care planning, record keeping, and regulatory compliance.
• Build strong relationships with local authorities, social workers, families, and external professionals.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Develop and implement service improvement plans to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Participate in the management on-call rota as required.

Requirements

Essential

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care and Children & Young People's Services (or working towards).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a senior leadership role within children's residential care.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding legislation, and Children's Homes Standards.
• Proven leadership and people management experience.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and decision-making skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience leading a children's home through Ofsted inspections.
• Relevant degree or Registered Manager qualification.
• Track record of achieving positive outcomes and service improvements.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Company pension.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Supportive senior leadership team.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people.

Apply Now

If you're an experienced Registered Manager looking for your next career move and are passionate about achieving positive outcomes for children and young people, we'd love to hear from you.