Children’s Registered Manager

Overview

As Children’s Registered Manager, you will lead the setup of two new residential homes in Birmingham and ensure high-quality, compliant care for young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. You will work with a small, values-driven team to uphold Ofsted standards and national regulations while shaping service growth and diversification. You’ll assess practices, foster a safe environment for staff and families, and drive continuous improvement. This is a mission‑driven opportunity to influence care outcomes in a warm, inclusive setting.

Pay / Benefits

• Salary up to 55K
• Comprehensive bonus scheme
• Training and full induction
• Competitive annual leave
• Employee wellbeing services
• Opportunity to put your own stamp on a service

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with legislation and Ofsted National Minimum Standards
• Provide high-quality, dependable care aligned to organisational values
• Regularly assess practices and culture; propose changes
• Maintain a safe, structured environment for staff and families
• Contribute to service diversification and centre development
• Line manage Deputy Managers and care staff
• Promote quality service through strong staff management
• Create an environment with the highest care standards

Key requirements

• 2 years in the last 5 in a managerial role in a children’s residential care setting (ideally Registered Manager)
• Experience with young people with emotional/behavioural difficulties and complex behaviours
• Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent
• Willingness to complete Level 5 in Leadership and Management
• Thorough knowledge of the Children’s Homes Regulation 2015 and Care Standards Act 2000
• Proven track record with Ofsted as a manager

• leadership
• people management
• communication
• empathy
• problem solving

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