Registered Manager Children's Residential
CV-LibraryBarking and Dagenham, Greater LondonpermanentPosted: 10 June 2026
Apply NowPeople House Recruitment is supporting the appointment of a Registered Manager for a newly developing children's residential home supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation and play a key role in the registration, setup, and ongoing development of a new children's home.
Applications are welcomed from both experienced Registered Managers and ambitious Deputy Managers seeking progression into a Registered Manager position.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the registration and development of a new children's residential home
* Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
* Provide strong safeguarding and child-centred leadership
* Recruit, develop, and manage a high-performing staff team
* Oversee care planning, risk management, and placement stability
* Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections
* Develop policies, procedures, and operational systems
* Build positive relationships with local authorities and external professionals
Essential Requirements
Registered Manager Applicants
* Minimum 2 years' experience as a Registered Manager within children's residential care
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)
* Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, and safeguarding requirements
* Experience preparing for and managing Ofsted inspections
* Sound understanding of relevant Children's Acts, regulations, and statutory guidance
* Experience opening and registering a new children's home is highly desirable
* Previous Ofsted registration and an associated URN would be advantageous
Deputy Manager Applicants
* Significant experience within children's residential care
* Deputy Manager experience within an Ofsted-regulated setting
* Strong understanding of safeguarding, compliance, and leadership responsibilities
* Experience supporting inspections and service development
* Desire and capability to progress into a Registered Manager role
What's on Offer?
* Competitive salary package
* Performance-related bonus scheme
* Opportunity to lead a brand-new service
* Career progression within a growing organisation
* Supportive leadership team
Registered Manager: £60,000 - £65,000 + Performance Bonus
Deputy Manager (Step-Up Opportunity): Salary Negotiable Depending on Experience
This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing organisation and play a key role in the registration, setup, and ongoing development of a new children's home.
Applications are welcomed from both experienced Registered Managers and ambitious Deputy Managers seeking progression into a Registered Manager position.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the registration and development of a new children's residential home
* Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
* Provide strong safeguarding and child-centred leadership
* Recruit, develop, and manage a high-performing staff team
* Oversee care planning, risk management, and placement stability
* Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections
* Develop policies, procedures, and operational systems
* Build positive relationships with local authorities and external professionals
Essential Requirements
Registered Manager Applicants
* Minimum 2 years' experience as a Registered Manager within children's residential care
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)
* Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, and safeguarding requirements
* Experience preparing for and managing Ofsted inspections
* Sound understanding of relevant Children's Acts, regulations, and statutory guidance
* Experience opening and registering a new children's home is highly desirable
* Previous Ofsted registration and an associated URN would be advantageous
Deputy Manager Applicants
* Significant experience within children's residential care
* Deputy Manager experience within an Ofsted-regulated setting
* Strong understanding of safeguarding, compliance, and leadership responsibilities
* Experience supporting inspections and service development
* Desire and capability to progress into a Registered Manager role
What's on Offer?
* Competitive salary package
* Performance-related bonus scheme
* Opportunity to lead a brand-new service
* Career progression within a growing organisation
* Supportive leadership team
Registered Manager: £60,000 - £65,000 + Performance Bonus
Deputy Manager (Step-Up Opportunity): Salary Negotiable Depending on Experience