Job Description:

Care First UK is proud to be partnering with an established children's care provider to recruit an experienced and passionate Registered Manager for a residential children's home in West Sussex.

This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished Registered Manager, or an experienced Deputy Manager ready for progression, to lead a dedicated team and make a meaningful difference to the lives of children and young people.

The Opportunity

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall management and performance of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance are consistently achieved.

Working closely with senior leadership, you will lead and inspire a committed care team, promote a positive and nurturing environment, and ensure children and young people receive outstanding support tailored to their individual needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the Children's Residential Home.
• Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, and Ofsted requirements.
• Recruit, supervise, develop, and support residential care staff.
• Drive service quality, continuous improvement, and best practice.
• Champion safeguarding and promote positive outcomes for young people.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively.
• Oversee care planning, risk management, and quality assurance processes.
• Build strong relationships with Local Authorities, Social Workers, families, and external agencies.
• Prepare for and support Ofsted inspections.
• Ensure all policies, procedures, and records are maintained to the highest standard.

About You

We are keen to speak with candidates who possess:

Essential Experience

• Previous experience within a Children's Residential Home.
• Experience as a Registered Manager or an experienced Deputy Manager seeking progression.
• Strong understanding of Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Experience leading and developing high-performing teams.
• Experience supporting children and young people with complex emotional, behavioural, and mental health needs.
• Proven ability to work effectively with multi-agency professionals and stakeholders.

Knowledge & Skills

• Excellent safeguarding and child protection knowledge.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.
• Effective communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Sound understanding of care planning, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong organisational, financial, and IT skills.

Personal Qualities

• Passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.
• Resilient, compassionate, and child-focused.
• Professional, adaptable, and solutions-oriented.
• Committed to delivering exceptional standards of care.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive and experienced leadership team.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Career progression opportunities.
• An opportunity to lead a service that genuinely changes lives.

Apply Today

If you are an experienced Registered Manager, Children's Home Manager, Residential Care Manager, or a Deputy Manager ready to take the next step in your career, Care First UK would love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Care First UK today.