Job Description

Regent care recruitment are looking for a experienced Dual registered manager on behalf of our long term client!

A bit from our client

We are a growing organisation providing high-quality therapeutic residential care for children and young people aged 7-17.

Our homes are nurturing, safe and child-centred environments that support children with complex needs, trauma backgrounds and emotional or behavioural difficulties to heal, grow, and achieve their potential.

We are seeking a highly skilled and resilient Dual Registered Manager to oversee two of our homes, ensuring both meet and exceed the requirements of Ofsted, legislation, and our own high standards of practice.

Role Purpose

The Dual Registered Manager will hold Ofsted registration for two children's homes, providing strong leadership, operational oversight, and strategic direction. You will ensure both homes deliver outstanding care that safeguards children, promotes recovery from trauma, and achieves positive outcomes in line with their care plans.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and oversee the daily running of two children's homes, ensuring compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards. Ensure both homes provide a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where children feel valued, respected, and supported. Develop and implement care strategies tailored to each child's needs, ensuring progress is measured, recorded, and celebrated. Recruit, induct, and manage staff teams, promoting a culture of reflection, accountability, and professional growth. Oversee staff rotas, training, supervisions, and appraisals across both homes. Manage budgets and resources effectively while maintaining high standards of care. Build strong working relationships with local authorities, social workers, education providers, health professionals, and other key stakeholders. Prepare both homes for Ofsted inspections, ensuring continuous development and improvement. Safeguard and promote the welfare of children at all times, ensuring safeguarding policies and procedures are fully embedded in practice. Report to the Responsible Individual, providing regular updates on performance, challenges, and progress across both homes.

Person Specification - Dual Registered Manager (Children's Home)

Qualifications

Essential: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Desirable: Additional qualifications in therapeutic approaches, social work, psychology, or trauma-informed practice.

Experience

Essential:

Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Registered Manager in a children's residential setting. Proven track record of achieving "Good" or "Outstanding" Ofsted ratings. Experience leading and developing staff teams. Strong knowledge of safeguarding procedures and children's legislation. Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.

Desirable:

Experience managing multiple homes or services. Background in therapeutic or trauma-informed care. Experience of multi-agency working and building strong professional networks.

Skills & Knowledge

Excellent leadership and people management skills. Ability to inspire, motivate and retain staff. Strong organisational and time management abilities. High level of emotional resilience and ability to manage challenging situations. Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, and interpersonal. Ability to balance operational management with strategic vision across multiple sites.

Personal Qualities

Passionate about improving the lives of children and young people. Empathetic, patient, and child-centred. Resilient, adaptable, and able to work under pressure. Reflective and committed to continuous professional development. Able to act with integrity and professionalism at all times.

What our client offers

Competitive salary and performance-based incentives. Ongoing training, CPD, and leadership development. Opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation. Supportive and reflective management culture. The chance to make a genuine, lasting impact in the lives of children and young people.

Is the above ticking all the boxes for you? please apply and we will be sure to contact you within 1 business day, Interviews available immediately.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Employee mentoring programme Store discount
Work Location: In person