Registered Manager - Children's Residential Service

Location: Purley, England
Salary: Up to £60,000 per year + additional benefits

About the Role
Are you passionate about creating a positive and transformative impact on the lives of children and young people? Do you have the expertise and drive to lead a brand-new residential children's service to success? We are recruiting for an exciting opportunity for a Registered Manager to establish and oversee a new Children's Residential Home in the Croydon/Purley area.

This is a unique chance to lead a completely new service—shaping its vision, ensuring compliance with OFSTED regulations, and fostering an environment where children can thrive. If you have prior experience in managing OFSTED-regulated homes and ideally have been involved in registering and opening a new service, we want to hear from you!

About the Organisation
They are a growing organisation dedicated to providing high-quality care and support to children and young people. Their mission is to create a safe and nurturing environment that promotes empowerment, independence, and choice, while equipping young people with the skills they need for a successful transition to independent living. With multiple existing homes and plans for further expansion, this role offers significant opportunities for career growth and development.

Why Join Us?

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Bonuses for Excellence: Performance bonuses for achieving Good and Outstanding OFSTED ratings.

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Referral Program: Earn £200 for successful staff referrals.

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Employee Assistance Program: Personal and professional support when you need it most.

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Private GP Services: 24/7 access to medical support.

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Birthday Gift: Celebrate your special day with a token of our appreciation.

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Career Development: Opportunities to progress as we grow and expand our services.

Key Responsibilities:

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Lead the registration process for the new home, ensuring compliance with all OFSTED requirements.

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Manage all aspects of the residential service, including staff recruitment, training, and performance management.

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Develop and maintain policies and procedures in line with Children's Home regulations and Quality Standards.

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Foster a nurturing, safe, and empowering environment for children and young people.

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Establish strong relationships with stakeholders, including local authorities and families.

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Ensure the home delivers high-quality care that meets or exceeds regulatory standards.

Essential Requirements:

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Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Children and Young People's Services (or willingness to complete within six months of employment).

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At least two years of experience supervising and managing staff in a residential children's setting.

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Comprehensive understanding of Children's Homes regulations, OFSTED requirements, and related legislation.

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Proven ability to lead and inspire a team while maintaining high standards of care.

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Enhanced DBS clearance (required prior to starting the role).

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Full UK driving licence (preferred).

Schedule:

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Full-time, Monday to Friday with flexibility for occasional out-of-hours requirements.

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Standard 8-hour shifts, with the possibility of additional hours based on service needs.

Benefits:

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Casual dress and a relaxed work environment.

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Regular company events and team-building activities.

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Free on-site parking.

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Discounts and referral bonuses.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a new children's residential service, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people