Registered Manager – Children's Residential Home  

 

Location: The Drive Children's Home, Redbridge.
Salary: From £45, 510 (Pay Grade B)

Additional allowances are paid for on-call duties.
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Changing Childhoods. Changing Lives.

We're looking for a dedicated and experienced Registered Manager to lead one of our children's residential homes, providing safe, nurturing, and empowering care for children with complex needs.

This is a unique opportunity to shape a home where children feel valued, supported, and heard—and where staff are inspired to deliver outstanding care.

If you're a thoughtful leader who thrives in a team, supports others to grow, and puts children's voices at the heart of everything, we'd love to hear from you.

 

What Young People Say

“The staff are the best thing about this place” – Young person, age 14 “I like my bedroom and the sensory room” – Young person, age 16

These voices guide our practice. You'll help ensure children's views shape the daily life and culture of the home.

 

What You'll Do

Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the home in line with Ofsted regulations. Create a child-centred culture that promotes safety, emotional wellbeing, and positive outcomes. Model and embed DDP and PACE principles in daily practice Supervise and support staff to deliver trauma-informed care Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring robust safeguarding practices. Recruit, develop, and support a high-performing staff team. Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards. Champion the voice of the child in all aspects of care and planning.

 

What You'll Bring

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Minimum 2 years' experience in a leadership role within a children's residential setting. Strong understanding of safeguarding, trauma-informed care, and regulatory compliance. Passionate, resilient, and committed to making a difference. Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

 

What We Offer

Comprehensive training and development Access to regular supervision and wellbeing support A values-driven organisation with a commitment to excellence Opportunities to grow into senior leadership roles A chance to help shape an Outstanding future for children

 

Ready to Apply?

If you're ready to support with purpose and lead with compassion, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.