Children Residential Registered Manager

• Annual Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 plus performance-related bonuses
• Location: Thornton Heath, London
• Job Type: Full-time

Join an innovative Supported Accommodation provider as a Registered Service Manager. This is a unique opportunity to be involved in the development of a new facility aimed at setting industry standards and achieving Outstanding Ofsted ratings. Our site features a gym, library, games room, mechanics workshop, and a vegetable garden, among other facilities. We are dedicated to creating a positive environment where young people can thrive.

• Induct and develop a staff team, ensuring compliance with statutory and organisational policies.
• Lead and manage care and placement planning while maintaining professional relationships with multi-agency partnerships.
• Oversee budgeting and financial management of the house.
• Provide professional supervision and mentoring for staff.
• Facilitate Ofsted inspections and regulatory reports.
• Provide regular updates to the management team and escalate issues as appropriate.
• Ensure the delivery of high-quality care to children and young people in the home.
• Organise and support staff to provide the best possible care for each young person.

• NVQ level 5 in Management and NVQ level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent).
• Minimum of 2-3 years' management experience, ideally with experience in Ofsted inspections.
• Experience working with children aged 16-17 who have emotional and behavioural difficulties.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of the Children's Act 1989, Care Standards Act 2000, The Supported Accommodation Regulations 2023, and all related relevant legislation.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding procedures.

• Performance-related bonuses and Ofsted bonuses.
• Flexible working hours with the possibility to arrange work between 7.00 am and 7.00 pm.
• 30 days annual leave including Bank Holidays, with an increase dependent on length of service.
• Overtime on Bank Holidays paid at double rate.
• Workplace pension scheme available after probation.
• Provision of a mobile phone and a laptop.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact and meet the qualifications, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your interest and suitability for the role. We are an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We look forward to your application and the possibility of you joining our dedicated team.