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  • Registered Manager
    Registered Manager
    1 month ago
    £65000–£80000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    We are seeking a passionate, driven, and experienced Registered Manager to lead a high-quality Ofsted-registered children’s residential home. This is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people, working with an organisation committed to trauma-informed, therapeutic care. As Registered Manager, you will provide leadership, vision, and direction to your team, ensuring the home delivers outstanding standards of care and compliance with Ofsted regulations. Key Responsibilities • Lead and develop your team to deliver high-quality, child-centred care., • Ensure compliance with Ofsted and relevant legislation., • Oversee safeguarding, quality assurance, and service improvement., • Manage budgets, staffing, and day-to-day operations., • Foster a positive, nurturing environment that promotes children’s wellbeing and development., • Work collaboratively with local authorities and external agencies. Requirements • Proven experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within a children’s residential setting., • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)., • Strong understanding of Ofsted standards, safeguarding, and legislation., • Excellent leadership, communication, and team-building skills., • Passion for achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. What’s on Offer • Competitive salary up to £80,000 (DOE)., • Bonus opportunities based on performance and outcomes., • Generous annual leave., • Ongoing professional development and support., • Pension scheme and employee wellbeing benefits., • Clear career progression pathways as part of a growing organisation. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and lead a home that truly changes lives, we’d love to hear from you. Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your CV.

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  • Deputy Manager
    Deputy Manager
    30 days ago
    £32000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Job Title: Deputy Nursery Manager Salary: £32,000 per annum Location: Blackheath About Us We are a warm, nurturing, and high-quality early years setting based in the heart of Blackheath. Committed to providing exceptional childcare and education, we foster a stimulating environment where children can grow, explore, and flourish. We are now seeking a dedicated Deputy Nursery Manager to support our leadership team and help maintain our high standards of care and learning. Role Overview As the Deputy Nursery Manager, you will play a key role in the effective daily management of the nursery. You will support the Nursery Manager to lead a team of practitioners, ensure compliance and safeguarding standards are met, and help create a positive, inspiring environment for children aged 0–5. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced practitioner or room leader ready to step up into a leadership position. Key Responsibilities • Support the Nursery Manager with daily operations and step into their role when required, • Lead, mentor, and motivate the staff team to deliver outstanding practice, • Support staff supervision, training, and performance management, • Ensure the nursery meets Ofsted and EYFS requirements at all times, • Champion safeguarding, child welfare, and health & safety policies, • Contribute to curriculum planning and the delivery of engaging learning experiences, • Maintain accurate records, reports, and administration duties, • Build strong partnerships with parents and carers, providing excellent communication and support, • Contribute to creating a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment for children, families, and staff About You • Level 3 or above in Early Years/Childcare (essential), • Strong understanding of EYFS, safeguarding, and early years best practice, • Previous experience in a senior practitioner or room leader role, • Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills, • Confident in supporting and leading a team, • Passionate about delivering exceptional childcare and supporting children’s development, • Proactive, positive, and able to work collaboratively in a busy environment What We Offer • Competitive salary of £32,000, • Opportunities for training, professional development, and career progression, • Support from a friendly, experienced leadership team, • A welcoming, collaborative working culture, • Chance to play a vital role in shaping children's early learning experiences

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