Children's Home Registered Manager

CV-LibrarySlough, BerkshirepermanentPosted: 2 October 2026
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Registered Manager – Solo Children’s Residential Home

Salary: £60,000 – £70,000 (negotiable for exceptional candidates) + performance bonuses

Location: Slough

Employment Type: Full‑time, permanent

We are recruiting an experienced, previously Ofsted‑registered Registered Manager to lead a solo‑occupancy children’s residential home in Slough. This role is only suitable for managers who have already held registration and achieved minimum Good ratings within children’s residential care.

This is a chance to take ownership of a high‑quality solo provision, supported by a values‑driven organisation with strong compliance, trauma‑informed practice, and a genuinely supportive senior leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

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Provide full operational leadership of a solo children’s home

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Maintain compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, and Ofsted expectations

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Lead, supervise, and develop staff through coaching, reflective practice, and professional accountability

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Oversee care planning, risk management, incident reporting, and quality assurance

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Build positive, trauma‑informed relationships with children to promote stability and safety

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Work collaboratively with local authorities, social workers, and external professionals

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Ensure high standards of documentation, reporting, and regulatory readiness

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Drive continuous improvement and maintain a positive, child‑centred culture

Essential Requirements

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Previously registered as a Registered Manager

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Minimum Ofsted rating: Good (Outstanding desirable)

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Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and regulatory compliance

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Confident leadership style with the ability to motivate, support, and challenge staff

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Calm, professional decision‑making and resilience in complex situations

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Passion for child‑centred, trauma‑informed practice

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Level 3 Residential Childcare essential; Level 5 preferred or willingness to work towards it

What’s on Offer

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£60,000–£70,000 (higher negotiable for exceptional experience)

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Performance bonuses

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Supportive senior leadership and strong professional development pathways

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Opportunity to lead and shape a high‑quality solo provision

If you’re an experienced Registered Manager with a proven track record and a passion for delivering exceptional care, we’d love to speak with you

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