Children’s Home Registered Manager in Gillingham

As a Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and development of a children’s residential home. Your duties will include:

• Leading and inspiring a team to deliver outstanding care and positive outcomes for children.
• Ensuring the home operates in full compliance with Ofsted, Children’s Homes Regulations, and Quality Standards.
• Creating a safe, nurturing, and homely environment that promotes children’s emotional, physical, and educational development.
• Developing and implementing individualised care plans and risk assessments.
• Providing ongoing supervision, support, and development opportunities for your staff team.
• Maintaining high standards of record-keeping and accountability.
• Building strong partnerships with local authorities, professionals, and families.
• Promoting a culture of continuous improvement, therapeutic care, and child-centred practice.
• Preparing for and managing Ofsted inspections, ensuring readiness at all times.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience working in a role relevant to the residential care of children.
• At least 2 years’ experience supervising or managing staff within a children’s home or similar setting.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England).
• A proven track record of achieving “Good” or “Outstanding” Ofsted ratings.
• Excellent knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and children’s residential care standards.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• The ability to inspire, motivate, and lead by example to create a safe and nurturing home environment.
• A full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK.

Joining means becoming part of a progressive, supportive, and child-focused organisation that values its people. You’ll receive:

• Competitive salary of £49,875 - £56,000.
• Performance-related bonuses up to £18,000 annually (paid quarterly).
• £5,000 relocation package (for those moving to take up the role).
• Generous annual leave: 224 hours (rising to 248 hours after 4 years).
• Additional 3.5 days of special leave (Birthday, Health & Wellbeing, Volunteering, and Festive Celebration).
• Long service awards – £200 (2 years), £400 (5 years), £600 (10 years).
• Special recognition awards up to £500 for exceptional practice.
• Designated psychologist support for each home.
• Therapeutic and educational services integrated within the organisation.
• Comprehensive training, including Level 7 and therapeutic qualifications.
• Support through Ofsted inspections and professional development opportunities.
• MediCash scheme – cashback for dental, optical, and wellbeing treatments.
• Group Life Assurance – 3x annual salary (post-probation).
• Team-building and engagement days, plus staff and house holidays.
• Access to a full support network including IT, HR, Marketing, and bespoke care management systems.