Job Description

Ofsted Registered Children's Home Manager

Location:

Bedford, Bedfordshire

Hours:

Full-Time | 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm with flexibility)

Salary:

45,000 - 50,000 per annum

Work Location:

On-site at our Bedford office

About the Role

Symbiosis Care Limited is expanding its highly successful and established adult care services to support children and young people across Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire. We are now seeking a committed and experienced

Ofsted Registered Children's Home Manager

to lead our new

Children's Supported Living Services

from our Bedford base.

This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape and lead a brand-new provision, focused on creating nurturing, safe, and empowering environments for children and young people. You will be responsible for the overall leadership and daily operations of the service, ensuring full compliance with

Ofsted

regulations and promoting the highest standards of care and safeguarding.

Key Responsibilities

Register with Ofsted as the

Registered Manager

and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements. Lead and manage a dedicated team to provide high-quality, person-centred support. Ensure the emotional, physical, and psychological well-being of the young people in our care. Oversee care planning, risk assessments, and behaviour management strategies. Develop a positive culture that reflects our values: independence, respect, empowerment, and inclusion. Work closely with local authorities, families, and other professionals to deliver seamless support. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of safeguarding policies, children's legislation, and best practice.

Requirements

Level 5 Diploma

in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent). At least

2 years' experience

in a managerial role within a children's residential care setting. Strong knowledge of

Children's Homes Regulations 2015

and

Quality Standards

. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Enhanced

DBS check

(or willingness to undergo one). Ability to reliably commute to Bedford or relocate before starting.

Desirable

Full

UK driving licence

. Experience transitioning services through Ofsted registration and inspection.

Why Join Symbiosis Care Limited?

Be part of an expanding, ethical organisation with a strong reputation in adult social care. Shape and lead new services from the ground up, with the full support of an experienced senior leadership team. Work for a values-driven company with a passion for high-quality care and genuine community impact.

Benefits

28 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Company pension scheme (NEST) Employee referral programme Access to 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme Fully funded qualifications and ongoing CPD Free on-site parking Company events and mentoring programme

Job Type:

Permanent, Full-time

Start Date:

ASAP (pending registration and compliance)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 45,000.00-50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Flexitime
Work Location: In person