Children’s Home Registered Manager

Children’s Home Registered Manager

📍 Location: London (Camden)
💷 Salary: £53,000 base + performance bonuses (OTE up to £60,800)

Company:

Area Camden is a Good Ofsted-rated children’s home providing care and support to young people aged 11–17. My client are committed to putting children at the heart of everything we do, creating a positive and nurturing environment where they can reach their full potential.

We are now seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, and dedicated Registered Manager to lead our 4-bed children’s home in London.

The Role

As Registered Manager, you will be accountable for delivering high-quality care to children and young people within the home. This includes responsibility for:

* Day-to-day leadership and operational management.

* Delivering all care services and strategic planning for the home.

* Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding standards.

* Building strong relationships with external agencies and professionals.

* Leading, mentoring, and supervising staff to achieve the best outcomes for young people.

You will play a hands-on role in organising work patterns, supporting training, and ensuring the children in our care receive personalised support tailored to their individual needs.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

* Minimum 2–3 years’ management experience in children’s residential care.

* NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or working towards it).

* NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children & Young People (or equivalent).

* Strong knowledge of the Children’s Act 1989 and Care Standards Act 2000.

* Excellent understanding of safeguarding procedures.

* Proven leadership, communication, and staff management skills.

* Experience supporting young people with challenging behaviours.

Rewards & Benefits

* Base salary £53,000 with bonuses up to £60,800:

* £3,000 bonus for Outstanding Ofsted rating.

* £1,500 bonus for Good Ofsted rating.

* £400 per month Full Occupancy Bonus.

* Company car or £3,000 travel allowance.

* 32 days annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing by one day per year for the first three years.

* Local parking permit.

* Government workplace pension scheme (post-probation).

* Mobile phone provided.

* 6-month probationary period.

* 40-hour working week with flexibility required (evening, weekend, and night duties as needed)