Registered Manager – Residential Family Assessment Centre
Salary between £47,000 - £58,000 (Dependent on experience)
Stalybridge
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Overview
Compass Associates are proud to be working with one of the UK’s leading providers of residential and community family assessments, as well as children’s residential and 16+ supported living services, to recruit a Registered Manager to join their established team at their Family Assessment Centre in Walsall.
The Candidate
The Registered Manager will lead and manage the day-to-day running of the Residential Family Assessment Centre, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based assessments of parenting capacity. They will oversee safeguarding, regulatory compliance, and staff performance while maintaining a safe, supportive environment for families. The role involves liaising with professionals, managing resources, and ensuring reports meet court and local authority requirements. The successful candidate will have a deep working knowledge of health and social care, particularly in relation to Ofsted rules and regulations, along with strong people management, communication skills, and sound commercial understanding.
Essential Criteria
* Hold a Level 3 in Children and Young Peoples Workforce Diploma (or equivalent).
* Either hold or be committed to completing their Level 5 diploma in Leadership and Management for health & social care children & young people services.
* Have a minimum two years' experience working in Family Assessment or a similar field.
* Experience of working with Ofsted or have the knowledge of legislation and Ofsted requirements.
* Strong knowledge of Ofsted ratings
* Track record of ‘Good’ Ofsted ratings
* Driver – Full UK licence and access to a car
* Clear DBS / CRB
Salary and Benefits
The salary pays between £47,000 - £58,000, dependent on experience, and benefits include:
* 33 days annual leave
* Career Progression & Development
* Comprehensive Training & Qualifications – Available through the Nationally Accredited Training Centre
* Full induction program before you start.
* Service specific training to refine and enhance your skills.
* Access to excellent employee benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing, and personal development.
* Supportive & Rewarding Work Environment
Location
This position is based in Stalybridge, and is commutable from Manchester, Sheffield, Huddersfield, and Macclesfield.
Interview Process
The interview process involves an initial Teams conversation, then a formal panel interview including a presentation with members of the senior management team.
Contact Details
If you wish to either apply or gain further information, please contact Andy at Compass Associates on 0161 527 9632 or email amunyimi@compassltd.co.uk
Recommendations
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Compass Associates, established in 2009, is an award-winning, UK specialist Health and Social Care Recruitment Consultancy providing tailored, high quality recruitment solutions for all permanent assignments.