Frank & Partners is a specialist recruitment partner in health & social care. We place leaders who lift standards, protect outcomes, and build teams that last.
What we do
We're helping a trusted provider hire a
Registered Manager
to run a children's home to an outstanding standard, safe, therapeutic, and fully compliant with Ofsted SCCIF and all relevant regulations.
Who we do it for
Young people who need stability, safety, and skilled care. You'll lead and develop a team to meet their physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs with clear values, structure, and warmth.
The Home
Type:
EBD (Emotional & Behavioral Difficulties)
Size:
4-bed children's home
Current Ofsted Rating:
Good
Occupancy Bonus:
400 per month (full occupancy)
Key Responsibilities Care, Quality & Compliance
Full day-to-day accountability for the home; deliver high-quality care aligned with legislation, Ofsted SCCIF, and organisational policies.
Champion safeguarding; embed anti-discriminatory practice and equal opportunities.
Ensure Health & Safety compliance and that staff are trained and confident.
Maintain accurate records for children and staff; manage monitoring and evaluation systems.
Produce management information; report required statistics.
Innovate practice and introduce evidence-based approaches within the home.
Attend and chair internal/external meetings; write clear, evaluative reports.
Make sound decisions; oversee admissions and discharges.
Participate in the on-call rota (shared with Deputy Manager).
Hold (or be willing to work towards) Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children & Young People).
People Leadership (HR)
Lead recruitment and ensure all pre-employment checks are completed.
Deliver strong inductions, supervision, and appraisals.
Oversee CPD and mandatory training for all staff.
Build and maintain effective rotas; approve expenses.
Manage grievances, complaints, and disciplinaries in line with policy.
Finance, Premises & Resources
Monitor service budgets and transactions; meet financial targets.
Ensure the building and equipment are safe and well maintained.
External Relationships
Represent the home positively with external agencies and the public.
Liaise with commissioners and referrals managers on placements.
Contribute to leadership and psychotherapy forums; lead meetings within your team.
What Good Looks Like
Real enthusiasm for high-quality care and education.
Proven team leadership and performance management.
Strong safeguarding knowledge and practice.
Understanding of the needs of vulnerable young people.
Calm, confident, and resilient in challenging situations.
Strong professional boundaries and a commitment to equality and inclusion.
Builds positive relationships with colleagues, young people, and partner agencies.
Full UK driving license and access to transport.
Flexible, reliable, and proactive in developing best practice.
What's in it for you (Package & Benefits)
Salary:
Competitive (DOE)
Annual Leave:
32 days (including Bank Holidays), increasing by 1 day per year for the first 3 years
Ofsted Bonus:
3,000 for an 'Outstanding' report / 1,500 for a 'Good' report
Company Car / Travel Allowance:
3,000 per year
Occupancy Bonus:
400 per month (full occupancy)
On-Call:
Included within salary and shared with Deputy Manager (rarely required)
Pension and Employee Discount Scheme
Supportive senior team and real autonomy to shape your home
Why it Matters
The right Registered Manager changes lives: safer homes, steadier teams, better outcomes. Your leadership sets the tone for consistency, compassion, and growth for staff, and every young person in your care.
Frank & Partners
- placing leaders who make a difference.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: 53,000.00-60,800.00 per year
Benefits:
Company pension
Employee discount
Store discount
Application question(s):
Do you currently hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Children and Young People's Services, or are you working towards it?
Please describe your experience managing or deputising in a children's residential home
Work Location: In person
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