Job Title: Registered Manager – Children’s Homes (Dual Sites)
Location: Birmingham
Salary: £48k – £60k (depending on experience)
Contract Type: Permanent, 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday

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About the Role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Ofsted Registered Manager to oversee and lead two children’s residential homes supporting young people aged 8–18 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs.

This is a pivotal leadership role, ensuring the delivery of safe, nurturing, and high-quality care while driving positive outcomes for children and young people. You will be responsible for compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Ofsted standards, while creating a culture where young people can feel safe, heal, and thrive.

Applications are welcomed from experienced Registered Managers as well as strong Deputy Managers ready to step into a leadership role, with full support and professional development provided.

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Key Responsibilities

Leadership and Team Management

• Lead the day-to-day operations of two children’s homes, ensuring compliance with regulations, Ofsted frameworks, and best practice standards.

• Inspire, support, and develop teams across both sites to deliver consistent, high-quality, child-focused care.

• Promote a positive culture of openness, accountability, and continuous improvement.

• Provide professional supervision and guidance to Deputy Managers and senior staff.

Care Planning and Delivery

• Oversee the development and implementation of personalised care plans tailored to the needs of each young person.

• Foster stable, therapeutic environments that encourage resilience, independence, and positive outcomes.

• Support effective transition planning, equipping young people with essential life skills.

Safeguarding and Compliance

• Take overall responsibility for safeguarding and child protection standards across both homes.

• Ensure full compliance with all relevant legislation, including The Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015.

• Lead preparation for Ofsted inspections, audits, and internal quality assurance processes.

Working in Partnership

• Build strong, collaborative relationships with local authorities, schools, health services, and families.

• Represent the homes at reviews, inspections, and multi-agency meetings, advocating for the best interests of young people.

• Promote a holistic, joined-up approach to care.

Operational and Administrative Duties

• Oversee staffing, rotas, budgets, and resources across both sites.

• Maintain accurate records, risk assessments, and reports in line with regulatory requirements.

• Ensure staff training and development in safeguarding, trauma-informed, and therapeutic practices.

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Essential Criteria

• Minimum 2 years’ leadership experience in children’s residential care (multi-site experience desirable).

• Qualified to Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding legislation, Ofsted inspection frameworks, and regulatory compliance.

• Experience supporting young people with complex SEMH needs.

• Proven ability to manage teams, resources, and services effectively.

• Full UK driving licence (preferred, due to travel between homes).