Job Advert: Registered Children’s Home Manager
Location: Rainham, Essex
Salary: Up to £70,000 per year + performance bonus
Contract: Full-time, 5 days per week (onsite)
We are looking to appoint an experienced and committed Registered Children’s Home Manager to lead a newly refurbished three-bed detached home based in Rainham, Essex. This is a rare opportunity to join a family-run organisation that is passionate about providing high-quality, stable, and nurturing care for children and young people.
The home is nearing completion following a full refurbishment and includes a dedicated manager’s office and a staff room, providing a comfortable and professional working environment. You will work closely with the responsible individual who will be submitting the Ofsted application once the registered Manager is appointed, ensuring a strong and well-supported start for the service.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead and support the staff team to deliver safe, consistent, and child-centred care.
• Oversee the final setup and ongoing development of the home from the point of opening.
• Maintain a warm, secure, and nurturing environment for children in your care.
• Take responsibility for staffing, budgets, and daily operational processes.
• Build constructive and professional relationships with families, social workers, and external agencies.
Requirements
• Must currently hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or a qualification considered equivalent by the Council in line with statutory guidance.
• Proven experience working within a children’s residential home.
• Clear and demonstrable experience of dealing with Ofsted, including inspections and regulatory requirements.
• At least two years’ experience in a senior or deputy role within a residential childcare setting.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable children.
What We Offer
• Salary up to £70,000 per year
• Performance-based bonus.
• Supportive, family-run environment where your experience and approach are respected.
• The opportunity to influence, shape, and lead a new service from the very beginning.
• A fully refurbished home with well-designed facilities.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and progression.
How to Apply
If you are an experienced childcare professional looking for a meaningful and rewarding leadership role, we would welcome your application. Please send your updatedCV and a brief cover note on this page.
We look forward to hearing from dedicated individuals who are passionate about creating a positive and stable home environment for children