Registered Manager – Childrens Home

Location: Northampton Salary: Up to £60,000 Start Date: ASAP

The Role

We are seeking a driven and experienced Registered Manager to lead the home and guide it toward achieving its first Ofsted inspection rating. This is an exciting opportunity to put your stamp on a new service and build a high-quality, child-focused culture from the ground up.

The Registered Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the children receive the highest standards of care and support while leading and inspiring a dedicated staff team.

Key Responsibilities

* Provide strong and effective leadership to the staff team, ensuring a child-centred, nurturing, and consistent approach.

* Manage the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring compliance with the Children’s Homes Regulations and Ofsted Quality Standards.

* Work closely with the Responsible Individual and Director to build a service that promotes positive outcomes for children.

* Develop, implement, and review individualised care plans and risk assessments tailored to each child’s needs.

* Ensure robust safeguarding practices are in place, keeping children safe at all times.

* Foster strong working relationships with social workers, education providers, health professionals, and other agencies.

* Lead the home towards achieving a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating.

* Oversee budgets, resources, and administrative duties effectively.

Requirements

* NVQ/QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).

* Proven experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within children’s residential care.

* A strong understanding of Ofsted requirements, safeguarding, and children’s legislation.

* Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

* A passion for delivering high-quality, child-centred care.

* Full UK driving licence.

What We Offer

* Competitive salary up to £60,000 (depending on experience).

* The chance to lead a newly registered home and shape its culture and success from the outset.

* Support from a Director with a medical background who understands the importance of safeguarding and changing lives.

* Guidance and mentoring from a Responsible Individual with years of successful Ofsted experience.

* Ongoing training and development opportunities.

* The opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children in care