Registered Manager in Romford

Registered Manager – Children's Residential Home Location: Romford Salary: £50,000–£60,000 per year Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Driving Licence: Required A Role Where Support, Progression & Purpose Come Together Pinnacle Recruitment Group is proud to be recruiting for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead a children's residential home in Romford. This is an excellent opportunity for a confident and values-driven leader to take ownership of a service, build and develop a strong team, and ensure outstanding outcomes for children and young people. The successful candidate will join an organisation that places a genuine emphasis on staff wellbeing, professional development and career progression. With hands-on senior leadership, ongoing guidance and dedicated welfare and development support, this is a role where you will feel supported while having the opportunity to make a meaningful impact. As the Registered Manager, you will lead a home that prioritises emotional security, personalised care and positive development, helping children and young people to thrive and reach their full potential. The Role As Registered Manager, you will: * Oversee the full operational management of the children's home in line with the Children's Homes Regulations and Ofsted standards * Lead on care planning, safeguarding, staffing, quality assurance and the continued development of the home * Ensure children and young people receive high-quality, person-centred care tailored to their individual needs and developmental goals * Create and maintain a positive, professional and supportive team culture * Mentor, motivate and develop staff to deliver consistent, high-quality and trauma-informed care * Act as a strong advocate for children and young people * Represent the service in professional networks, multi-agency meetings and Ofsted inspections * Take responsibility for the home's financial and administrative performance * Manage rotas, staffing and resources effectively * Drive continuous improvement and ensure the home remains compliant, sustainable and focused on achieving the best possible outcomes What We're Looking For We are seeking a strong and experienced leader who is genuinely committed to making a difference in the lives of children and young people. Essential Requirements * Previous experience managing a children's residential home * Experience supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties and/or complex needs * Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, inspections and quality standards * Proven experience leading, managing and developing staff teams * Confident knowledge of safeguarding, care planning and risk management * Experience working effectively with multi-agency professionals * Experience managing budgets, rotas and operational performance * Excellent organisational, communication and leadership skills * Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or working towards the qualification * Proficient in digital care systems and Microsoft Office * Full UK Driving Licence Why Apply? The organisation is committed to creating a positive working environment where staff feel valued, supported and able to develop their careers. Benefits Include: Supportive and inclusive working culture Genuine opportunities for training, development and career progression Competitive salary of £50,000–£60,000 per year Performance-related bonus opportunities 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays 3% employer pension contribution Annual pay review Employee Assistance Programme CPD and ongoing development opportunities Access to dedicated development and welfare support Mental Health First Aiders Team-building days and company events Employee of the Month scheme Refer a Friend scheme Casual dress Free on-site parking Cycle to Work scheme Ready to Take the Next Step? If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking for an opportunity to lead a children's residential service, develop your team and make a genuine difference to the lives of young people, Pinnacle Recruitment Group would love to hear from you. Apply today by submitting your CV through Indeed