Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Care
4 days ago
Bedford
Registered Manager - Children’s Residential Care Location: Bedford Competitive Salary + Bonus Potential The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children’s residential home supporting young people with social, emotional and behavioural needs. This role offers full operational leadership and the platform to build a high-performing service, strengthen care standards, and deliver positive long-term impact for young people. The Role As Registered Manager, you will: • Oversee the day-to-day management of the home, • Lead and develop a motivated, high-quality staff team, • Create a structured, safe and nurturing care environment, • Embed high standards of consistency, accountability and child-centred care Compliance & Quality • Ensure compliance with all Ofsted requirements, regulations and standards, • Take ownership of safeguarding, risk assessments and incident management, • Ensure care planning and documentation are accurate, current and high quality, • Prepare for inspections and drive ongoing improvements across the service Leadership & Operations • Manage recruitment activity, staffing levels and workforce planning, • Carry out regular supervisions, appraisals and development support, • Oversee financial performance, budgets and occupancy targets, • Partner with senior leadership to support wider service development Stakeholder Engagement • Build and maintain strong working relationships with Local Authorities, Ofsted and professionals, • Represent the home with professionalism and integrity, • Maintain open, effective communication with families and external stakeholders What We’re Looking For • Experience working as a Registered Manager in a children’s home, • Detailed understanding of Ofsted frameworks and regulatory compliance, • Background supporting children and young people with SEMH or complex behaviours, • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management, or progress towards it, • A proactive and capable leader who can improve service delivery and outcomes What’s On Offer • Competitive basic salary plus performance incentives, • Real autonomy to influence and shape the service, • Strong support from an experienced senior management team, • Progression opportunities within an expanding care provider Apply Now If you are a strong Registered Manager looking for a role where you can lead with confidence, raise standards and make a lasting impact, apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.