Job Description

Registered Manager - Green Tree Children's Home

Location:

Erith, Kent

Job Type:

Full-time

Salary:

50,000 - 60,000 per annum (dependent on experience) + performance bonus

Build a Home That Builds Futures

At Green Tree Children's Home, we believe every child deserves safety, stability, and the opportunity to heal. We're now looking for a dedicated and experienced

Registered Manager

to lead our newly launched 4-bed Ofsted-registered home in Erith, Kent.

This is not just a leadership role--it's a rare opportunity to help shape an environment from day one that gives children aged 8 to 18 the foundations they need to recover, grow, and thrive.

Green Tree Children's Home is part of a growing care group, serving as the first residential service established by a respected provider of semi-independent care. You'll be joining at an exciting time--helping to define best practice and set high standards as we expand our impact in children's social care.

About the Home

Just a short walk from Erith town centre, the home has been purposefully developed with young people in mind. Every room and shared space reflects a therapeutic, calm, and welcoming atmosphere designed to promote emotional safety, connection, and growth. With strong links to local schools, services, and recreational spaces, the home is ideally placed to support children in rebuilding their lives.

The Role

As Registered Manager, you'll be the driving force behind the home's success. You'll lead a committed team and ensure that every child receives care that is safe, consistent, and truly person-centred. Your responsibilities will include:

Managing day-to-day operations in line with Ofsted standards and legislative requirements Recruiting, training, and leading a skilled and passionate care team Overseeing risk assessments, behaviour support strategies, and personalised care plans Embedding a trauma-informed, therapeutic approach in every aspect of the home Engaging with families, professionals, and partners to support each child's journey Leading on quality assurance, compliance, and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

You're someone who brings both heart and experience to residential childcare. You'll have the resilience, vision, and emotional intelligence to build a home where staff feel empowered and children feel genuinely cared for. We're looking for:

A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work toward it) Previous experience as a Registered or Deputy Manager in an Ofsted-regulated home A proven track record of delivering strong outcomes in inspections and practice Deep understanding of safeguarding and experience working within trauma-informed frameworks A values-led approach to leadership, team-building, and care delivery

What You'll Receive

A competitive salary with additional performance-related bonus Fully funded enhanced DBS check Bespoke leadership development and career progression opportunities A collaborative and mission-driven work culture Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and external support resources The opportunity to make a lasting difference from the ground up

Be Part of Something New--and Transformational

If you're ready to lead with intention and compassion, and want to be part of a values-led organisation at the forefront of residential care, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today

and help us lay the foundations of a home where every child can build a brighter future.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 50,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Performance bonus
Benefits:

Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred) NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (preferred) NVQ Level 5 in Leadership & Management (preferred) DBS certificate registered to the Update service (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: RM