Registered Manager - Ofsted regulated service
11 days ago
Hythe
Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home Ofsted Regulated Salary: Up to 60k per annum Are you an experienced Registered Manager ready to lead an Ofsted-regulated children’s service with passion, integrity, and ambition? We are working with a dedicated care group who specialize in supporting children and young people with emotional and/or behavioral difficulties in Hythe, Kent. We are looking for a strong, values-driven leader to take full responsibility for the delivery, quality, and commercial success of a children’s residential service. This is a pivotal role for someone who is committed to achieving outstanding outcomes for children and young people while building a high-performing, compliant, and sustainable service. About the Role As Registered Manager, you will: Lead and manage an Ofsted-regulated children’s home in line with all legislative and regulatory requirements Drive a culture of safeguarding, quality, and person-centred care Inspire, develop, and retain a skilled and motivated staff team Ensure the service achieves and maintains a minimum Ofsted ‘Good’ rating, with Outstanding as the goal Take accountability for operational performance, financial viability, and service growth Act as the key point of contact for stakeholders, professionals, and partners Participate in the management on-call rotaYou will report directly to the Operations Director and play a key role in the wider success of the organisation. Safeguarding & Compliance Promote a strong safeguarding culture at all times Ensure immediate action is taken where risks are identified Maintain full compliance with Ofsted, Health & Safety, and organisational policies Ensure mandatory training and compliance targets are consistently met Leadership & Quality Champion excellent, outcome-focused, person-centred care Lead by example with integrity, professionalism, and accountability Coach, mentor, and develop staff to achieve high performance Embed continuous improvement, innovation, and best practice Ensure robust quality assurance and evidence-based practice Business & Commercial Performance Manage the service budget and financial viability Promote and market the service positively Lead on enquiries, referrals, and admissions Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners Requirements To be considered, you must meet Regulation 28 of the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, including: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential childcare (within the last 5 years) At least 1 year’s experience managing or supervising staff in a care setting Eligible for full Ofsted registration Strong leadership, financial, and decision-making skills What We’re Looking For You will be: An empowering, approachable, and resilient leader Passionate about delivering high-quality care Confident, influential, and inspiring Committed to continuous learning and improvement Professional, ethical, and child-focused in everything you doIf your ready to take on your next role and make a huge difference, apply today! You can send me your CV directly to (url removed) or call me to find out more on (phone number removed) I cannot wait to hear from you