Details:
- Salary: £40,000 - 60,000 - Annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Annum
- Location: NN1 Northampton West Northamptonshire
- Date: 5 days ago
Description:
Deputy Registered Manager – Children's Residential Home
BENEFITS:
* Competitive salary
* Company car
* Birthday treats
* 31 days holiday (including bank holidays)
* 24/7 access to an On-Demand GP service
About the Role:
Are you a childcare professional with a passion for leading high-quality care in an OFSTED-regulated setting? We’re seeking a dedicated Registered Manager to lead our children’s residential home, ensuring a nurturing, safe, and empowering environment for young people.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who has previously held roles such as OFSTED Children's Residential Home Manager or Children & Young Persons Home Manager.
What You’ll Need:
To be considered, candidates must have:
Level 3 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care – Children & Young People’s Services (or equivalent)
Proven experience managing a children’s residential care home
Strong understanding of OFSTED standards, safeguarding procedures, and regulatory frameworks
Key Responsibilities:
Ensure full compliance with OFSTED regulations and Quality Standards
Lead, mentor, and support your team with consistency and compassion
Build trusted relationships with families, local authorities, and external agencies
Champion best practices in safeguarding, care planning, and reporting
Drive continuous improvement and maintain a homely, child-centred environment
Why Join?
A well-established care provider with a deep commitment to excellence. You’ll be part of a passionate team that believes every child deserves to feel safe, supported, and inspired to thrive.
Essential Qualifications & Experience:
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Children & Young People’s Services (or equivalent)
Recent experience in residential childcare within the last 5 years
Experience supervising, managing, or mentoring staff
In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation:
Children’s Homes (Quality Standards 2015)
Children’s Homes Amendment Regulations 2011
Care Standards Act 2000
OFSTED frameworks and policies
Easily Commutable From Northampton Daventry
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're ready to take the next step in your leadership journey and make a lasting impact on young lives, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today