Dual Registered Manager

Dual Registered Manager Childrens Homes Location: Much Hadham, Hertfordshire Salary: £46,362, rising to £52,855£55,608 upon successful registration Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week Contract: Permanent Shape futures and make a difference by leading outstanding care.

All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.

At St Elizabeths, we support children and young people with epilepsy, learning disabilities, autism and diverse health needs to live fulfilled, meaningful lives.

Set within 60 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, our charity has been delivering specialist care, education and support for over 120 years.

We are seeking an experienced and inspirational Dual Registered Manager to lead two Ofsted-registered childrens homes and play a key role within our Residential Leadership Team.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead an established six-bed home alongside a specialist solo provision designed to support children with highly complex behavioural and medical needs.

If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking to influence practice, develop teams and deliver exceptional outcomes for children, we would love to hear from you.

About the Role As Dual Registered Manager, you will: Lead two Ofsted-registered childrens homes.

Manage and develop a team of Deputy Managers, Senior staff and Care & Support Workers.

Drive high-quality, child-centred care that promotes independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes.

Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead across both homes.

Lead on Ofsted compliance, quality assurance, inspections and continuous improvement.

Build strong relationships with families, local authorities, commissioners and safeguarding partners.

Manage operational budgets exceeding £1 million.

Work collaboratively with education, therapy, nursing and estates teams to provide integrated support.

Contribute to strategic developments across residential services.

About You Youre a confident, compassionate leader who thrives in a values-driven environment.

You understand what outstanding looks like not just on paper, but in the everyday experiences of children and young people.

Youll bring: Proven experience managing an Ofsted-registered childrens home.

A deep understanding of safeguarding, quality standards, and reflective leadership.

A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (and ideally a Level 5 Leadership qualification, or willingness to complete).

Strong knowledge of Childrens Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.

The confidence to lead through change and inspire high-performing teams.

Excellent communication, organisational, and relationship-building skills.

Youll share our belief that every child deserves a joyful, aspirational, and compassionate place to call home.

What we offer We want you to feel your best so you can give your best.

In return for your hard work, we offer: 27 days holiday bank holidays 20% uplift for weekend overtime Free on-site parking and DBS Blue Light Card discounts and discounted gym membership at Manor of Groves Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing platform Apply Now Visit our website to apply.

Interviews are held on a rolling basis, so apply early to avoid missing out.

For questions, adjustments or access needs during the process, please contact: Inclusion & Safeguarding We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young adults.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.

This post involves regulated activity.

We are an equal opportunities employer and actively welcome applications from all backgrounds.

If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact us during the recruitment process.

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