Registered Manager - Ofsted
CV-LibraryCroydonpermanentPosted: 26 March 2026
Apply NowWe are excited to be working with our wonderful client on this fantastic opportunity to appoint a skilled and resilient Registered Manager for a specialist children’s residential service. This role sits within a high‑complexity environment supporting young people with significant emotional and mental health needs, including those stepping down from intensive or hospital‑based settings.
About the Role
You will lead the operational running of the home, ensuring full regulatory compliance and creating a safe, structured and therapeutically informed environment. Young people may present with trauma histories, emotional dysregulation, self‑harm risks and placement instability, requiring strong safeguarding oversight and confident leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Hold Ofsted registration and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance
Oversee daily operations, admissions and placement transitions
Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead with responsibility for risk management
Embed trauma‑informed and psychologically informed care practices
Provide supervision, coaching and clear expectations for staff
Monitor care quality, incidents, outcomes and education engagement
Manage staffing and service resources within agreed budgets
Essential Requirements
Level 5 Leadership & Management (or working towards)
At least 2 years’ management experience within a children’s residential setting
Strong safeguarding experience and confidence managing high‑risk behaviours
Experience contributing to Ofsted inspections
Excellent communication skills and strong reporting ability
Desirable
Experience in Tier‑4 step‑down or CAMHS‑linked services
Training in trauma‑informed practice or Positive Behaviour Support
Experience managing complex, high‑risk residential placements
This opportunity is perfect for a calm, grounded and emotionally intelligent leader who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about delivering safe, therapeutic care. If you are committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable young people, we would be delighted to hear from you
About the Role
You will lead the operational running of the home, ensuring full regulatory compliance and creating a safe, structured and therapeutically informed environment. Young people may present with trauma histories, emotional dysregulation, self‑harm risks and placement instability, requiring strong safeguarding oversight and confident leadership.
Key Responsibilities
Hold Ofsted registration and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance
Oversee daily operations, admissions and placement transitions
Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead with responsibility for risk management
Embed trauma‑informed and psychologically informed care practices
Provide supervision, coaching and clear expectations for staff
Monitor care quality, incidents, outcomes and education engagement
Manage staffing and service resources within agreed budgets
Essential Requirements
Level 5 Leadership & Management (or working towards)
At least 2 years’ management experience within a children’s residential setting
Strong safeguarding experience and confidence managing high‑risk behaviours
Experience contributing to Ofsted inspections
Excellent communication skills and strong reporting ability
Desirable
Experience in Tier‑4 step‑down or CAMHS‑linked services
Training in trauma‑informed practice or Positive Behaviour Support
Experience managing complex, high‑risk residential placements
This opportunity is perfect for a calm, grounded and emotionally intelligent leader who thrives in dynamic environments and is passionate about delivering safe, therapeutic care. If you are committed to improving outcomes for vulnerable young people, we would be delighted to hear from you