OFSTED Registered Children’s Home Manager

Location: Hendon

OFSTED Registered Children’s Home Manager

Location:

Watford (NW4 – Hendon area)
Salary:
Up to £70,000 per annum + performance bonuses

Job  - 68819

Are you an experienced and passionate OFSTED Registered Children’s Home Manager looking for your next challenge? We are seeking an exceptional leader to manage and develop a children’s residential service, ensuring the highest standards of care, safety, and wellbeing for young people.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive organisation that values strong leadership, professional development, and high-quality, child-centred care.

Key Responsibilities

* Oversee the day-to-day operations of the children’s home, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and supportive environment

* Provide inspirational leadership, guidance, and mentoring to staff teams

* Maintain full compliance with OFSTED regulations, legislation, and company policies

* Build and sustain strong relationships with children, families, and external professionals

* Develop, review, and monitor personalised care plans tailored to individual needs

* Promote the emotional wellbeing, safety, and development of every child

* Lead on safeguarding, quality assurance, and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

* High emotional intelligence with a caring and empathetic approach

* Excellent communication skills with children, families, and professionals

* Ability to set boundaries and model positive behaviours

* Calm, confident, and professional in challenging or crisis situations

* Adaptable, proactive, and solutions-focused mindset

Qualifications & Requirements

* Minimum 3 years’ recent experience as an OFSTED Registered Manager in children’s residential care

* NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)

* Strong understanding of EBD and relevant childcare legislation

* Proven leadership, organisational, and decision-making skills

* Full UK driving licence

Salary, Perks & Benefits

* Competitive salary up to £70,000.00 p/a

* Quarterly performance bonuses (based on full occupancy)

* Generous annual leave entitlement

* Health & Wellbeing programme

* Company pension scheme

* Casual dress code

* Cycle-to-work scheme

* Free on-site parking

* Employee and store discounts

* Discounted or free food

* Company events

* Supportive, inclusive working environment

* Ongoing professional development and mentoring

If you are a committed and motivated leader with a passion for transforming young lives, we would love to hear from you