Registered Manager. Education & Training

Overview

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established children’s residential care provider for an experienced Registered Manager Intake & Assessment to lead the admissions and assessment service in Birmingham.

Location: Birmingham
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum DOE + £5,000 annual quality and commercial bonus
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

This key leadership role involves overseeing the intake process, ensuring each child receives a safe, appropriate placement supported by comprehensive assessments that promote wellbeing and positive long-term outcomes.

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for managing the intake and assessment procedures, ensuring all placements are child-centred, compliant with Ofsted regulations, and meet the individual needs of each child. You will collaborate with local authorities, families, and internal teams to facilitate smooth transitions and deliver high-quality care from the outset.

• Manage all intake, referral, and assessment processes for new admissions

• Ensure placements are safe, appropriate, and tailored to individual needs

• Maintain compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding standards

• Lead, support, and develop staff to provide excellent care

• Build and maintain professional relationships with commissioners and stakeholders

• Oversee care planning, risk management, and placement transitions

• Promote continuous improvement and maintain high service standards

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

• Experience managing or deputising within a children’s residential setting

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, Ofsted standards, and regulatory compliance

• Proven leadership, assessment, and decision-making skills

• Child-focused, resilient, and compassionate approach

• Entry salary up to £60,000 per annum (DOE)

• £5,000 annual quality and commercial bonus

• Excellent career progression opportunities

• Supportive senior leadership and management structure

• The chance to lead a specialist intake and assessment service that makes a difference