Interim Registered Manager – Children’s Home (Ofsted)
Location: Daventry, Northamptonshire (on-site)
Vetro Recruitment is working with a provider in Daventry to recruit an Interim Registered Manager for an Ofsted-registered children’s home. This is a hands‑on leadership role, with full responsibility for safeguarding, regulatory compliance and delivering outstanding outcomes for children.
The role
- Lead the home day-to-day in line with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
- Ensure the service is inspection-ready at all times (SCCIF)
- Oversee care planning, risk management and behaviour management practice
- Provide leadership, supervision and development for the staff team
- Manage stakeholder relationships (placing authorities, social workers, education/health partners)
- Complete required statutory reporting and notifications to Ofsted
Pay & contract
- £400 per day
- Contract / Interim
- 40 hours per week
- 1 vacancy
Essential requirements
- Eligible to be the Registered Manager (Regulation 28) and able to meet Ofsted “fit person” requirements
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent) (or willingness to start within 6 months and complete within 2 years)
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in children’s residential care (last 5 years), including 1 year in a supervisory/management role
- Strong safeguarding knowledge and experience (including LADO thresholds and escalation)
- Enhanced DBS with Children’s Barred List
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Interim Registered Manager - Children's Home in Daventry employer: Vetro Recruitment
Join a reputable children's home in Dover, where we prioritise high-quality, therapeutic care and foster a supportive work culture. As a Deputy Manager, you'll benefit from a competitive salary, generous bonuses, and comprehensive healthcare, alongside opportunities for professional growth and team-building activities that enhance camaraderie among staff. Our commitment to employee wellbeing is reflected in our loyalty scheme and health support initiatives, making this an excellent place for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people.
