OverviewRole:

OFSTED Registered Manager (Children s Home)

Salary:

Competitive (circa £50,000)

Location:

Hayes, West London

The CompanyA well-established, values-led children s residential care provider supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and complex needs. The home is newly opened, with a strong focus on quality care and positive outcomes, and has recently received a good Ofsted inspection.

Job Summary / Duties

Lead the operational delivery of a new children''s home as the OFSTED Registered Manager.

Ensure compliance with Children s Homes Regulations 2015 and OFSTED inspection standards.

Drive a child-centred, high-quality care environment focused on safety, development, and wellbeing.

Manage and develop a team, including rotas, appraisals, supervisions, and ongoing training.

Oversee safeguarding, health and safety, education liaison, and care planning.

Maintain budgets, ensure accurate records, and uphold data protection and confidentiality.

Be part of a 24/7 on-call rota, ensuring effective response and support.

Requirements

NVQ Level 3 minimum; Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Health and Social Care (or working towards).

Eligible to register with OFSTED as a Registered Manager.

Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation and OFSTED requirements.

Experience managing in a children s residential setting.

Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

Able to use initiative and handle emergency situations effectively.

IT literate and physically able for manual handling.

Desirable

Full UK driving licence

Flexible to work evenings/weekends and part of the on-call rota

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