Job Description:

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 CV Library.