Oakcrest Care is a family run provider dedicated to giving children and young people the stability, care, and opportunities they deserve.

Our homes offer nurturing, therapeutic environments for children with Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties (EBD), Learning Difficulties (LD), and Learning Needs (LN).

We’re now looking for an experienced and committed Registered Manager to lead our new home in Ilford, East London.

The Role

This is a hands on leadership role with real responsibility and autonomy. You’ll take the lead in running a new service, guiding it through Ofsted registration and ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance are in place from day one.

You’ll have the freedom to build your own team, shape the home’s culture, and create a setting where children feel safe, valued, and supported to thrive.

Main Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the home in line with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted Quality Standards.
• Ensure children receive personalized, therapeutic support that meets their individual needs.
• Lead, develop, and motivate your team to deliver excellent care.
• Maintain full compliance and inspection readiness at all times.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with local authorities, families, and other professionals.
• Oversee staffing, budgeting, and rota management.

Key Skills

• Strong leadership and team management
• Excellent safeguarding and risk-management
• Knowledge of children’s care regulations
• Proven Good/Outstanding Ofsted results
• Trauma-informed and child-centred practice
• Clear, confident communication skills
• Ability to create and oversee care plans
• Strong organisation and decision-making
• Skilled in staff supervision and coaching
• Accurate report writing and IT skills

What We’re Looking For

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards it).
• At least two years’ experience in a senior or Registered Manager role within a children’s residential setting.
• Strong understanding of EBD, LD, and trauma-informed care.
• A consistent record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Full UK driving licence and the right to work in the UK.

What We Offer

• Salary between £60,000 and £75,000, depending on experience.
• Performance-related bonus of up to £10,000.
• Pension scheme and wellbeing programme.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Supportive senior leadership team who value openness and collaboration.
• Free on-site parking and a relaxed, professional working environment.
• Opportunities to be involved in the setup of future homes within the group.

If you’re a motivated and compassionate leader who wants to make a real difference in children’s lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Join Oakcrest Care a growing organisation where every child matters and where your experience truly counts.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Performance Bonus