Registered Manager Children's Home

Children's Home Registered Manager
Location: Tring, Hertfordshire
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum + Performance Bonus
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Hours: 40 hours per week

About the Opportunity
Brook Street Social Care is recruiting on behalf of a well-established children's residential care provider seeking an experienced and passionate Children's Home Registered Manager to lead an Ofsted-registered home supporting children and young people.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated leader who is committed to delivering outstanding care, driving positive outcomes, and creating a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operation of the children's residential home, ensuring full compliance with Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes Quality Standards.
• Lead, motivate, and develop a dedicated team to deliver high-quality, child-centred care.
• Ensure safeguarding practices are embedded throughout the service and promote the welfare of all young people.
• Manage staff recruitment, supervision, performance management, and training.
• Maintain excellent standards of care planning, record keeping, and regulatory compliance.
• Build strong relationships with local authorities, social workers, families, and external professionals.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Develop and implement service improvement plans to achieve positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Participate in the management on-call rota as required.

Requirements
Essential

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care and Children & Young People's Services (or working towards).
• Minimum 3 years' experience in a senior leadership role within children's residential care.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding legislation, and Children's Homes Standards.
• Proven leadership and people management experience.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and decision-making skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience leading a children's home through Ofsted inspections.
• Relevant degree or Registered Manager qualification.
• Track record of achieving positive outcomes and service improvements.

What's on Offer?

• Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000.
• Performance-related bonus scheme.
• Company pension.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Supportive senior leadership team.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people.