Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Salary: £35 per hour UMBRELLA (£27 PAYE)
Contract: Full-time, 6 month contract
Urgent requirement – immediate interviews available
Are you an experienced Registered Manager ready to take on a meaningful leadership role supporting children in high-risk environments?
We are urgently seeking a passionate and confident leader to manage a 5-bed children’s residential home in Stevenage, supporting Looked After Children (LAC) and ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance.
This is a pivotal opportunity to lead a well-established team that includes a Deputy Manager, 3 Senior Support Workers, and 9 Care Workers, within a supportive organisation dedicated to safeguarding, development, and positive outcomes for young people.
The Role As the Registered Manager, you will:
Oversee the day-to-day operations of a multi-bedded children’s home.
Provide strong leadership and direction to the care team.
Manage rotas, budgets, and staffing levels to ensure seamless service delivery.
Take responsibility for recruitment, interviews, and staff development.
Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations and maintain high inspection standards.
Prepare and submit Schedule 2 (SC2) registration forms.
Lead by example during high-risk or challenging situations.
Foster a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for children and young people.Person Specification Essential:
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Previous Ofsted registration and experience managing inspections
Minimum of 2 years’ experience managing children’s residential services
Strong understanding of safeguarding, LAC frameworks, and Ofsted compliance
Proven ability to manage staff rotas, budgets, and operational performance
Full UK driving licence
Desirable:
Experience working in high-risk or therapeutic environments
Strong track record of improving Ofsted ratings
Excellent communication, mentoring, and conflict resolution skills
If this souns like you and are wanting to apply - please contact Nicola at (url removed) or on (phone number removed)