Registered Children's Manager

Position: Registered Children's Manager (Contract)
Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home (4-Month Contract - Possiblitiy to extend or move to FTC)

Location:

Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Salary: £45 per hour UMBRELLA (£35 PAYE)

Contract:

Full-time Temporary – 4 Months

Are you a dynamic Registered Manager with a passion for improving the lives of vulnerable children? Looking for a chance to make a real impact without long-term commitment?

We’re recruiting on behalf of local authority and are recruiting for a Registered Manager to lead a well-established 5-bed children’s residential home in Stevenage, supporting Looked After Children (LAC) in a high-risk environment. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced leader who thrives in fast-paced settings and is motivated by achieving exceptional standards of care.

Why This Role?

Fixed 4-month contract – perfect for those seeking flexibility or between permanent posts
Lead a stable, skilled team including a Deputy Manager, 3 Senior Support Workers, and 9 Care Workers
Join an organisation committed to safeguarding, development, and positive outcomes
Step into a pivotal leadership position and make a measurable difference

Key Responsibilities As the Registered Manager, you will:

Oversee the day-to-day running of a busy, multi-bedded children’s home
Provide strong, motivational leadership to the care team
Manage staff rotas, budgets, and operational performance
Take ownership of recruitment, interviewing, and ongoing staff development
Ensure full compliance with Ofsted standards and maintain excellent inspection outcomes
Prepare and submit SC2 (Schedule
2) registration forms
Lead by example during challenging or high-risk situations
Create a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment for young people Person Specification Essential
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Previous Ofsted registration experience and involvement in inspections
Minimum 2 years’ experience managing children’s residential services
Strong knowledge of safeguarding, LAC frameworks, and regulatory compliance
Proven competence in rota planning, budget management, and service oversight
Full UK driving licence Desirable
Experience in high-risk or therapeutic residential settings
A strong track record of improving Ofsted ratings
Excellent communication, mentoring, and conflict-resolution skills Ready to Make an Impact? If you're a confident, experienced Registered Manager looking for a rewarding 4-month locum opportunity, we want to hear from you.
If this sounds like you and are wanting to apply - please contact Nicola at (url removed) or on (phone number removed)