Children’s Registered Manager – Residential Services

Children’s Registered Manager – Residential Services
Location: Old Hall Road Children’s Home
Contact: john.deane@servicecare.org.uk

Are you a passionate and experienced leader in children’s residential care? We are seeking a dedicated Children’s Registered Manager to oversee and lead our residential service at Old Hall Road Children’s Home. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with complex needs.

About the Role:
As the Registered Manager, you will take responsibility for the delivery of high-quality residential care in line with the Children Act 1989, National Minimum Standards, and Ofsted requirements. You will manage a dedicated team of residential staff, ensuring effective supervision, training, and performance management. You will work closely with children, families, and multi-agency partners to deliver positive outcomes and ensure a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the Registered Manager in line with Ofsted registration and National Minimum Standards.
  
  
• Lead a residential team, providing supervision, direction, and development opportunities.
  
  
• Manage high-risk and complex cases, ensuring effective risk assessments and safeguarding practices.
  
  
• Oversee service delivery, staffing, and budgets, ensuring the home operates effectively 24/7.
  
  
• Maintain compliance with statutory and regulatory frameworks and promote a culture of restorative practice.
  
  
• Ensure children and young people have up-to-date care records and participate in their care planning.
  
  
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with families, colleagues, and external agencies.
  
  

About You:

• Hold a final level Social Work or equivalent professional qualification (CQSW, CSS, DipSW, Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care) or ability to complete within an agreed timescale.
  
  
• NVQ4 in Care Management (or willingness to undertake).
  
  
• Substantial experience working with children and young people in residential care, including at least 1 year in a senior or management role.
  
  
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, Children’s Act, National Minimum Standards, and Ofsted frameworks.
  
  
• Proven experience in staff recruitment, supervision, and performance management.
  
  
• Excellent leadership, communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
  
  
• Ability to work flexibly and provide cover as needed.
  
  
• Enhanced DBS clearance with children’s barred list check.
  
  
• Car user with ability to meet travel requirements of the role.
  
  

We Offer:

• A values-based organisation committed to the development and wellbeing of both staff and children.
  
  
• The opportunity to shape and influence a high-quality residential service.
  
  
• Supportive leadership and professional development opportunities.
  
  

Referral Bonus: If you refer a candidate who is successful, you could receive £250.

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to: john.deane@servicecare.org.uk