Job Description:

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children's residential home in Redbridge, supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD).

This is an opportunity for an established children's residential care professional to take ownership of a service, lead an existing staff team and drive high standards of care, safeguarding and regulatory compliance.

You will receive support from a wider management team, including a Responsible Individual and Operations Manager, as you lead the home and promote positive outcomes for the children in your care.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of the children's residential home, ensuring a safe, stable and nurturing environment.

• Lead, motivate and develop the staff team, providing supervision, guidance and support.

• Ensure compliance with Ofsted requirements, the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards.

• Maintain robust safeguarding procedures and prioritise the welfare and safety of children.

• Oversee care plans, placement plans, risk assessments and individual support strategies.

• Monitor care standards, staff practice, record-keeping and operational procedures.

• Identify and implement improvements to strengthen the quality of care and regulatory compliance.

• Work collaboratively with social workers, local authorities, families and other relevant professionals.

• Support placement stability and promote positive outcomes for children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.

• Manage staffing, rotas, resources and the overall performance of the home.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager or in a senior leadership role within children's residential care.

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or an equivalent relevant qualification.

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, children's homes regulations and Ofsted requirements.

• Experience leading, managing and developing residential care teams.

• A sound understanding of care planning, risk management and supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

• The ability to maintain high standards, manage operational challenges and drive continuous improvement.

• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.

What We Offer

• An established staff team to lead and develop.

• Support from a wider management structure.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's lives.

• A leadership role with scope to strengthen practice and improve outcomes.

• A competitive salary of £50,000–£65,000 per annum, depending on experience.

Apply Now

If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking for your next opportunity in children's residential care, we would like to hear from you.

Apply today to discuss the role further.