Children's Registered Manager

Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home

London Borough of Hounslow
12-Month Contract
36 Hours per Week
£26.15 per hour (Umbrella)

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Manager to lead the setup, registration, and launch of a brand-new 6-bed children’s residential home currently under construction and due for completion in June.

This is a unique opportunity to shape a service from the ground up, build your own team, and ensure the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance from day one.

About the Role

As Registered Manager, you will take full responsibility for establishing and leading the service, ensuring it is fully compliant and ready to provide outstanding care to children and young people.

You will play a key role in:

• Leading recruitment, induction, and development of a brand-new staff team
• Driving the home through Ofsted registration
• Embedding a positive, safe, and nurturing culture

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and develop the full staff team, including:
  • 2 Deputy Managers
  • 3 Senior Residential Support Workers
  • 10 Residential Support Workers (including 4 Waking Night staff)
  • Handy Person, Cook, and Domestic Cleaner
• Oversee all onboarding, induction, and training processes
• Prepare for and manage the Ofsted registration process, including:
  • Documentation and compliance
  • Ofsted interview
  • Registration visit
• Ensure the home is fully prepared for opening, maintaining high standards of:
  • Safeguarding
  • Care quality
  • Regulatory compliance
• Provide flexibility for on-call duties and additional support when required

About You Essential:

• QCF Level 3 (or equivalent) in Residential Childcare
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care within the last 5 years
• At least 1 year in a supervisory/management role within a care setting
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and children’s home standards
• Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills

Desirable:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare
  (or willingness to enrol upon appointment)

Additional Requirements:

• Must successfully complete an Ofsted Fit Person interview within 6 months of appointment

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to open and shape a brand-new children’s home
• Build and lead your own team from day one
• Make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people
• Work within a supportive local authority environment

If you are an experienced Registered Manager ready for your next challenge and want to play a pivotal role in launching a new service, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now or get in touch for more information.