Registered Manager - Ofsted Regulated Service

Registered Manager - Ofsted Regulated Service

Location:

Romney Marsh, Kent (TN29)

Job type:
Full-time / Permanent

Salary:
Up to £60,000 (Dependant on experience)

We are a nationwide care group specialising in supporting children and young people in the community and are looking for a Registered Manager to establish and lead a new Ofsted-regulated service, ensuring the highest standards of care and operational excellence.

• Lead and manage a fully compliant Ofsted-registered children’s home, promoting a culture of high performance and person-centred care.
• Ensure safeguarding, health & safety, and quality standards are met at all times.
• Inspire, coach, and develop a skilled workforce, fostering staff engagement and professional growth.
• Manage financial viability, business development, and service marketing to drive success.
• Maintain excellent communication with internal teams, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies.
• Participate in the managers’ out-of-hours on-call rota.
• Continuously promote innovation and improvement, aiming for ‘Good’ or Outstanding Ofsted ratings.

• Ofsted registration or ability to register as a manager for a new service.
• At least 2 years’ experience in residential childcare within the last 5 years.
• At least 1 year managing or supervising staff in a care setting.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Integrity, resilience, and professionalism with a passion for excellent childcare.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Commercial awareness and financial management experience.

• Lead a new, innovative EBD service from the ground up.
• Work in a supportive, values-driven organisation focused on quality, safeguarding, and positive outcomes for children.
• Opportunity to shape culture, standards, and practice in a developing service.

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to find out more or apply, please contact me with your most recent CV.

Job Title:

Registered Manager - Ofsted Regulated Service

Company:
Service Care Solutions

Location:

Maidstone, Kent

Salary: £60,000 per annum plus £5k bonus based on occupancy and profit

Posted:
Jan 2nd 2026

Closes:
Feb 2nd 2026

Sector:
Social Care

Contract:

Permanent

Hours:

Full Time