Blue Recruitment Personnel Limited • London, London, London
About this role
Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home (Complex Needs Service)
London
Up to £53,000 per annum
We are currently partnering with a growing and reputable residential childcare provider who is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children’s home supporting young people with complex needs.
This is a key leadership role within an established and expanding organisation, offering the opportunity to take full responsibility for a well-supported service and make a genuine impact on young people’s lives.
The Role
As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and operational management of the children’s home, ensuring the service consistently meets Ofsted standards and delivers high-quality, person-centred care.
You will lead a dedicated staff team, ensuring strong safeguarding practices, effective care planning, and a stable, supportive environment for young people with complex needs.
Key responsibilities include
- Full operational management of a children’s residential home
- Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and Children’s Homes Quality Standards
- Leading, supervising, and developing the staff team
- Maintaining strong safeguarding practices across the service
- Overseeing care plans, risk assessments, and placement outcomes
- Managing staffing, rotas, and day-to-day operational delivery
- Liaising with external professionals, local authorities, and stakeholders
- Ensuring accurate and compliant documentation and reporting
About You
The successful candidate will bring proven leadership experience within children’s residential care and a strong understanding of compliance and safeguarding frameworks.
You will have
- Experience managing a children’s residential home (essential)
- Strong knowledge of Ofsted and Children’s Homes Regulations
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)
- Proven leadership and team management experience
- Strong safeguarding and compliance background
- Ability to manage complex care environments effectively
- Must be based in London
- Full UK driving licence (preferred)
What’s on Offer
- Salary up to £53,000 per annum
- Opportunity to join a growing and supportive provider
- Stable long-term role within children’s residential care
- Career progression opportunities within an expanding organisation
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager to take the lead in a complex needs setting and contribute to the ongoing development of a high-quality residential service.