Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home (3-Bed)
Location: Grantham
Salary: Up to £60,000 depending on experience
Hours: Full-time, permanent

Overview
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Manager to lead a 3-bed children's residential home based in Grantham. The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing a children's home with Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes, or be a strong Deputy Manager ready to step into their first Registered Manager position.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated team, create a safe and nurturing environment, and ensure positive outcomes for children and young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong, child-centred leadership to ensure high-quality care and compliance with all regulatory standards.
• Lead, mentor and develop staff through effective supervision, training, and performance management.
• Ensure the home meets all Ofsted requirements and maintains high standards aligned with Children's Homes Regulations and the Quality Standards.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the home, including staffing, care planning, safeguarding, and financial management.
• Drive continuous improvement, ensuring the home provides a safe, therapeutic, and nurturing environment.
• Ensure all documentation-including risk assessments, care plans, incident reports, and audits-is accurate, up to date, and compliant.
• Lead on referrals, placements, and matching processes to ensure the best outcomes for young people.
• Work closely with external agencies, including local authorities, Ofsted inspectors, health partners, and safeguarding professionals.
• Promote a positive culture, ensuring the team delivers consistent, trauma-informed and child-centred practice.

Requirements

• Registered Manager experience with a track record of supporting a children's home to achieve Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings
  OR an experienced Deputy Manager seeking progression into a Registered Manager role.
• NVQ/QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Children and Young People's Residential Care, or currently working towards it.
• Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, and safeguarding legislation.
• Experience supervising staff, managing performance, and leading teams effectively.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, therapeutic, child-centred care.
• Full UK driving licence (essential).

What We Offer

• Salary up to £60,000, depending on experience
• Career development and training opportunities
• Supportive senior management and a stable organisational structure
• The opportunity to shape a high-quality residential service and make a meaningful impact on young people's lives