Dual Registered Manager

Dual Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Homes

Location: Worthing, West Sussex
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)
Salary: £50,000 rising to £55,000–£60,000 for dual home management
Additional Pay: £50 per night sleep-ins & performance-related bonuses

About the Role

We’re looking for a passionate, experienced and inspiring Dual Registered Manager to lead two Children’s Residential Homes in the Worthing area.

This is an exciting opportunity to take charge of an established 2-bed EBD home while registering and shaping a brand-new 4-bed home currently in development.

If you’re an ambitious leader who thrives on building strong teams, improving outcomes for children, and achieving high standards with Ofsted, this role will give you the platform to make a genuine impact — while advancing your own career in a supportive environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary up to £60,000 (experience dependent)
• Performance-related bonus
• Sleep-in allowance of £50 per night
• Generous annual leave
• Company pension
• Professional training & therapeutic development
• Comprehensive induction programme
• Free DBS registration
• On-site parking
• Positive, open-minded management support

Key Responsibilities

You’ll have full responsibility for the leadership, quality, and compliance of both homes.

This includes:

• Managing day-to-day operations, staff supervision, and care planning
• Driving high standards to achieve ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted ratings
• Ensuring safeguarding and regulatory compliance (Children’s Homes Regulations & Quality Standards 2015)
• Recruiting, coaching, and developing staff to deliver outstanding care
• Building strong relationships with professionals, families, and the wider community
• Overseeing budgets, resources, and the health & safety of the homes
• Taking part in shared on-call duties

About You

We’re seeking an experienced, dynamic manager who shares our commitment to transforming the lives of children and young people.

You’ll be:

• Qualified with at least Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care and Children & Young People (or equivalent)
• Experienced: minimum of 2 years in a residential setting within the last 5 years, including at least 2 years at Registered Manager level
• Knowledgeable of Children’s Home Regulations, safeguarding, care planning, and multi-agency working
• Skilled leader with proven ability to inspire and manage teams, monitor performance, and deliver excellent outcomes
• Resilient and organised, able to manage complex situations and drive positive change
• Holder of a full UK driving licence with at least 2 years’ experience

Working Hours

• Typically Monday–Friday 9am–5pm
• Shared on-call responsibilities

Make a Difference

This is more than a job – it’s a chance to shape a new home, lead a dedicated team, and transform the lives of children and young people.

If you’re ready to bring your passion, expertise and vision to this rewarding role, we’d love to hear from you.