Ofsted Registered Manager (Childrens home)
19 days ago
Bradford
Ofsted Registered Manager (EBD, LD) – Residential Children’s Home (Ofsted Registered)\n Location: Bradford (3-bedded Short Break Children’s Service)Salary: £55,000–£60,000 per annumHours: Monday–Friday, with flexibility to respond to urgent out-of-hours calls \n About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Ofsted Registered Manager (Childrens home) to lead a new 2-bedded residential children’s home, providing short-break care for children with complex needs. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a new service, deliver outstanding care, and make a real difference in the lives of children \n As our new Ofsted Registered Manager (Childrens home) your responsibilities will include: \n\n • Lead and manage the home, ensuring care aligns with the service’s values and statement of purpose.\n, • Oversee daily operations and maintain the highest standards of care and safeguarding.\n, • Inspire, support, and develop your team through supervision, training, and professional development.\n, • Foster a positive, child-focused team culture.\n, • Build strong relationships with children, staff, and external stakeholders.\n, • Ensure full compliance with Ofsted standards, Children’s Homes Regulations, and all relevant legislation.\n\n The successful Ofsted Registered Manager (Childrens home) will Have: \n Essential: \n\n • Level 5 Diploma in Children and Young People – Residential Childcare\n, • Ofsted Registered\n, • Minimum 2 years’ experience managing a residential children’s home\n, • Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team\n, • Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and child care legislation\n, • Commitment to championing children’s rights and improving outcomes for looked-after children\n, • Resilience and professionalism under pressure\n, • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle\n\n Desirable: \n\n • Experience of Ofsted inspections, achieving “Good” or “Outstanding”\n, • Experience supporting children with complex social, emotional, and learning needs\n, • Knowledge of trauma-informed or therapeutic care models\n\n Why Join: \n\n • Comprehensive Benefits: Career development, funded training, pension, referral bonuses, social events, and employee support programmes.\n, • Meaningful Work: Make a lasting impact on the lives of children.\n, • Supportive Environment: Join a positive, team-focused workplace.\n, • Growth Opportunities: Structured training and professional development.\n\n Apply TodayThis is an excellent opportunity for a skilled Ofsted Registered Manager (Childrens home) to lead a new residential children’s home and shape a high-quality service. \n #INDMM