Registered Manager - Childrens Supported Housing

We are looking for an experienced Registered Manager to lead, manage, and develop a high-quality supported housing service for children and young people. The Registered Manager is responsible for ensuring that the service meets regulatory requirements, delivers positive outcomes, and upholds the highest standards of safeguarding, care, and support.

Key Responsibilities

• Leadership and Management
  • Provide clear leadership to staff teams, ensuring high standards of professional practice.
  • Recruit, train, supervise, and appraise staff, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Ensure staffing levels and competencies meet the needs of the young people and regulatory requirements.
• Regulatory Compliance
  • Maintain registration with the relevant regulatory body (e.g., Ofsted, CQC, CIW depending on location).
  • Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations, including safeguarding, health and safety, and data protection.
  • Prepare for and respond to inspections, audits, and quality assurance processes.
• Safeguarding and Quality of Care
  • Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead for the service.
  • Oversee the development and implementation of care and support plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Promote the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of children and young people.
• Service Development
  • Monitor, evaluate, and improve the quality and effectiveness of the service.
  • Lead on service planning, development projects, and improvement initiatives.
  • Manage budgets and resources effectively, ensuring financial sustainability.
• Partnership Working
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with local authorities, commissioners, families, schools, health professionals, and other stakeholders.
  • Represent the service at professional meetings and forums.
• Record Keeping and Reporting
  • Ensure accurate, up-to-date records of all aspects of service delivery.
  • Produce reports for senior management, commissioners, and regulators as required.
• Professional Development
  • Keep up to date with legislation, guidance, and best practice in children’s services.
  • Undertake relevant training and professional development to maintain registration and skills.

Person Specification

Essential:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years’ experience managing a children’s residential or supported accommodation service.
• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding, regulatory frameworks, and children’s legislation.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Excellent communication and partnership working abilities.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to child-centered practice and continuous improvement.

Desirable:

• Experience of managing services supporting young people with complex needs.
• Experience of preparing for and leading regulatory inspections.
• Budget management experience.

Additional Information

• This post requires an enhanced DBS check and registration with the relevant regulator.
• The role involves participation in an on-call management rota.
• Full induction, training, and support provided.

For more information, please contact Simone at Social Care Locums.