Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Care

Registered Manager - Children’s Residential Care

Location: Bedford

Competitive Salary + Bonus Potential

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The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children’s residential home supporting young people with social, emotional and behavioural needs.

This role offers full operational leadership and the platform to build a high-performing service, strengthen care standards, and deliver positive long-term impact for young people.

The Role

As Registered Manager, you will:

• Oversee the day-to-day management of the home
• Lead and develop a motivated, high-quality staff team
• Create a structured, safe and nurturing care environment
• Embed high standards of consistency, accountability and child-centred care

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure compliance with all Ofsted requirements, regulations and standards
• Take ownership of safeguarding, risk assessments and incident management
• Ensure care planning and documentation are accurate, current and high quality
• Prepare for inspections and drive ongoing improvements across the service

Leadership & Operations

• Manage recruitment activity, staffing levels and workforce planning
• Carry out regular supervisions, appraisals and development support
• Oversee financial performance, budgets and occupancy targets
• Partner with senior leadership to support wider service development

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with Local Authorities, Ofsted and professionals
• Represent the home with professionalism and integrity
• Maintain open, effective communication with families and external stakeholders

What We’re Looking For

• Experience working as a Registered Manager in a children’s home
• Detailed understanding of Ofsted frameworks and regulatory compliance
• Background supporting children and young people xwzovoh with SEMH or complex behaviours
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management, or progress towards it
• A proactive and capable leader who can improve service delivery and outcomes

What’s On Offer

• Competitive basic salary plus performance incentives
• Real autonomy to influence and shape the service
• Strong support from an experienced senior management team
• Progression opportunities within an expanding care provider

Apply Now

If you are a strong Registered Manager looking for a role where you can lead with confidence, raise standards and make a lasting impact, apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.