An Opportunity to Build Something Special
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead the registration, opening and ongoing development of our brand-new children’s home in Enfield.
This is a rare opportunity to shape a new service from the very beginning. You will work closely with two supportive and hands-on Directors to create a nurturing and ambitious home where children feel safe, valued and able to thrive.
As our Registered Manager, you will take the lead throughout the Ofsted registration process, including preparing the home for registration, completing the Registered Manager application and leading your Fit Person interview. Once registered, you will have the autonomy and support to build your team, establish the home’s culture and lead the service towards consistently excellent outcomes.
About the Providers
The home has been founded by a husband-and-wife team who both hold leadership roles within education and have extensive experience in safeguarding, pastoral care, SEND, behaviour support and supporting children at risk of exclusion or disengagement.
Having seen first-hand the challenges faced by vulnerable young people, they are committed to creating a genuinely child-centred home that provides stability, compassion and highly personalised care.
This is not simply a business venture. It is a service built from a genuine desire to improve children’s emotional, social and educational outcomes.
Your Role
You will:
- Lead the home through the Ofsted registration process and your Fit Person interview.
- Work closely with the Directors to develop a safe, nurturing and high-quality service.
- Recruit, develop and inspire a skilled and compassionate staff team.
- Lead the day-to-day operation of the home in line with Ofsted regulations and the Children’s Homes Regulations.
- Embed a positive, trauma-informed culture centred on safeguarding, consistency and respect.
- Ensure each child receives personalised, needs-led care and support.
- Build strong relationships with local authorities, social workers, families, education providers and other professionals.
- Oversee care planning, staffing, rotas, budgets, audits and quality assurance.
- Drive continuous improvement and work towards achieving a Good or Outstanding Ofsted judgement.
About You
You will need:
- At least two years of relevant experience in a residential childcare setting within the last five years.
- At least one years experience within that period of supervising and managing staff.
- Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within a children’s residential home.
- A strong understanding of Ofsted registration, inspections, safeguarding and regulatory requirements.
- The Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or a willingness to work towards it where appropriate.
- The confidence and experience to lead a new service through registration.
- Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
- A genuine passion for improving the lives of children and young people.
- A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
The successful candidate will also be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, including the relevant barred-list checks, and provide satisfactory references as part of our safer recruitment process.
Most importantly, we are looking for someone who shares our values and wants to create a home they can be truly proud of.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Bonus on successful Ofsted interview and registration.
- Bonus for Outstanding Ofsted ratings.
- Genuine autonomy to shape a brand-new home.
- Supportive, approachable and hands-on Directors.
- Annual leave that increases with length of service.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay.
- Well-being support.
- Casual dress.
- On-site parking.
- Excellent progression opportunities as the organisation grows.If you are excited by the opportunity to build an exceptional children’s home from the ground up, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: £55,000.00-£65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
Application question(s):
- What is your location?
- How many years experience do you have managing staff in Childrens residential homes?
- What is your location? (If living in london, please identify borough.)
Experience:
- Residential Childrens Home: 2 years (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
