HTR Care and Recruitment is hiring on behalf of their client! The Registered Manager will be the Ofsted-registered leader, responsible for the day-to-day running, management, and development of the service. The role involves ensuring high standards of care and support are provided to children aged 9-15 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD), in line with the Childrens Homes Regulations 2015, the Quality Standards, and relevant safeguarding legislation. The post-holder will create a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment that promotes positive outcomes, emotional stability, education, and life opportunities for children.
Key Responsibilities
- Leadership & Management
- Provide strong, visible leadership to staff, promoting a child-centred, therapeutic, and trauma-informed culture.
- Be the Ofsted Registered Manager, ensuring compliance with all regulatory, legal, and contractual requirements.
- Lead on inspections, audits, and reviews, maintaining at least a 'Good' or 'Outstanding' Ofsted rating.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with the Responsible Individual, local authorities, social workers, schools, health professionals, and other partners.
- Safeguarding & Welfare
- Take overall responsibility for safeguarding, ensuring robust systems and practices to protect children from harm.
- Ensure staff are trained, supervised, and confident in safeguarding responsibilities.
- Manage allegations, incidents, and complaints in line with statutory guidance and organisational policy.
- Care & Support of Children
- Ensure each child has an individualised care plan that reflects their needs, wishes, aspirations, and cultural identity.
- Promote education, health, independence, and positive behaviours, working closely with schools and professionals.
- Foster an environment that promotes stability, boundaries, and emotional resilience.
- Encourage participation, ensuring childrens voices influence their care and the running of the home.
- Staff Management
- Recruit, develop, and retain a skilled and motivated team.
- Provide regular supervision, appraisal, and professional development opportunities.
- Ensure staffing levels meet the needs of children and comply with safer recruitment practices.
- Develop a culture of reflective practice, resilience, and continuous improvement.
- Quality Assurance & Administration
- Maintain accurate records, care documentation, and reports in line with data protection requirements.
- Monitor performance through audits, self-assessment, and improvement planning.
- Manage budgets, resources, and occupancy effectively.
- Report to the Responsible Individual and Directors on performance, incidents, and outcomes.
Person Specification
Registered Manager Qualifications
- Essential
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
- Evidence of continued professional development.
- Desirable
- Relevant degree (e.g., Social Work, Psychology, Childcare).
- Additional training in safeguarding, therapeutic approaches, or trauma-informed care.
Experience
- Essential
- Minimum 2 years recent experience in a management/deputy management role within a childrens residential home.
- At least 3 years experience working directly with children and young people with EBD and complex needs.
- Demonstrated success in managing inspections and achieving positive Ofsted outcomes.
- Desirable
- Experience of setting up or developing a new home.
- Experience in managing budgets and resources effectively.
Knowledge
- In-depth understanding of the Childrens Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
- Sound knowledge of safeguarding procedures, child protection, and safer recruitment.
- Awareness of trauma-informed practice, attachment theory, and child development.
- Understanding of equality, diversity, and inclusion in residential childcare.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and motivational skills, with the ability to inspire a positive team culture.
- Excellent communication skills - written, verbal, and interpersonal.
- Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with children, staff, and professionals.
- Effective decision-making and problem-solving under pressure.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing demands.
- Financial acumen and ability to manage budgets responsibly.
Personal Attributes
- Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.
- Resilient, calm, and emotionally intelligent.
- Committed to continuous improvement and reflective practice.
- Flexible, adaptable, and able to work evenings, weekends, and on-call as required.
- High standards of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
