Registered Manager for Children's Home

Children's Home Registered Manager

Location: London
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week (on-call required)
Salary: Base salary of £52,000, with potential earnings up to £58,600 through bonuses

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Registered Manager to lead our new solo children's home in London. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident leader with 2-3 years of management experience and a strong background in supporting young people aged 9-17 with complex emotional and behavioral needs.

At our organization, children and young people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing safe, nurturing homes where they can thrive. We are looking for a manager who shares our values and commitment to high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, safe, and nurturing care for children and young people.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and lead staff practice.
• Drive continuous improvement in line with organizational standards and regulations.
• Maintain robust safeguarding systems and effective multi-agency working.
• Supervise and mentor staff, organize work patterns, and deliver care-focused training.
• Ensure care plans and safeguarding procedures are implemented effectively.

About You

We are looking for a qualified and experienced leader who can demonstrate:

• A Leadership and Management qualification (or willingness to work towards one) and NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People.
• Strong childcare and safeguarding knowledge, including relevant legislation and regulations.
• Experience managing staff teams with excellent communication skills.
• A genuine passion for children's homes and a commitment to achieving the best outcomes for children and young people.

Working Conditions

This role requires managing your own rota and participating in the on-call rota. The organization is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

Benefits

• 6-month probation period.
• 32 days of annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing by 1 day per year for the first three years.
• Workplace pension (post-probation).
• Mobile phone provided.
• Ofsted performance bonus: £3,000 for an Outstanding judgement and £1,500 for a Good judgement.
• Full occupancy bonus of £300 per month.
• Company car or £3,000 annual travel allowance.
• Local parking permit.
• 3-month notice period (except in disciplinary cases).
• Appointment subject to Ofsted approval.

Opportunities for Growth

Joining our organization means becoming part of a provider with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality care and achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. We value strong leadership, reflective practice, and professional development, ensuring our managers have the support they need to lead with confidence and make a lasting difference.

We encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates. Successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.