Job Description

Liquid Personnel are seeking a dedicated Registered Manager to lead a 4-bed children’s home in London, supporting young people aged 11–17 with complex needs and challenging behaviours. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established provider, rated “Good” by Ofsted, that places children and young people at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and empowering environment where every young person can thrive.

What will your responsibilities be?

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, management, and development of the home. You will ensure the delivery of high-quality, child-centred care that meets regulatory standards and promotes positive outcomes for every young person.

• Leading and managing a team to deliver outstanding care and support
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation, including the Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
• Developing and implementing care plans tailored to individual needs
• Building strong relationships with external agencies, families, and professionals
• Driving continuous improvement and maintaining a culture of excellence

Benefits:

• Base salary of £53,000, with potential to earn up to £60,800 through bonuses
• Ofsted performance bonuses: £3,000 for Outstanding, £1,500 for Good
• Full occupancy bonus: £400 per month
• Company car or £3,000 travel allowance
• 32 days annual leave, increasing with service
• Workplace pension scheme
• Mobile phone and local parking permit provided
• Supportive working environment with ongoing training and development
• A chance to lead a passionate team and shape the future of young lives

Qualifications & Experience:

To be successful in this role you must have,

• Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a management role within a children’s residential setting
• NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management (or working towards)
• NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent)
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, the Children’s Act 1989, and Care Standards Act 2000
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• A flexible approach to working hours, including evenings and weekends as required

Reasonable Adjustments:

If you consider yourself to have a disability or require any reasonable adjustment during the recruitment process or within the workplace, please highlight this at the earliest opportunity by contacting our team. With this information, we will provide appropriate support to you throughout the process and into your work placement.

We are unable to support or accept applications from candidates who are residents within the Red or Amber list of the Code of practice for the international recruitment of health and social care personnel in England, based on the World Health Organisation (WHO) Workforce Support and Safeguard List.

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