Location: South London | Salary: From £50,000 (increases with each additional child cared for)Job Type: Full-Time | Permanent | Service Type: Brand-new Children’s Residential Home

A well-established and values-driven care provider is seeking a Registered Manager for a brand-new children's residential home based in Croydon. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a new service from the ground up, delivering high-quality care for children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of the children’s home in line with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
• Deliver personalised, outcome-focused care that supports stability and development
• Ensure the home offers access to education, health services, and emotional wellbeing support
• Recruit, supervise, and develop a skilled and dedicated staff team
• Lead Ofsted inspections and ensure regulatory compliance, including Reg 44 and 45 reports
• Manage risk, safeguarding, and quality assurance processes across the service
• Monitor performance through audits, supervisions, and development plans
• Develop strong working relationships with local authorities, families, and professionals
• Support with on-call duties and provide cover where necessary
• Requirements:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Deputy or Registered Manager role within a children’s residential setting
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, relevant legislation, and the Ofsted inspection framework
• Experience with new service setup or Ofsted registration (desirable)

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Registered Manager to lead a new, well-supported service with the backing of a provider known for achieving Good to Outstanding Ofsted ratings.

Apply now to be part of a high-impact role in a growing and supportive organisation.