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Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Care

Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Care

Key Health (Part of KTS Group) • Bedford, England, United Kingdom
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Registered Manager - Children’s Residential Care

Location: Bedford

Competitive Salary + Bonus Potential


The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children’s residential home supporting young people with social, emotional and behavioural needs.

This role offers full operational leadership and the platform to build a high-performing service, strengthen care standards, and deliver positive long-term impact for young people.


The Role

As Registered Manager, you will:

  • Oversee the day-to-day management of the home
  • Lead and develop a motivated, high-quality staff team
  • Create a structured, safe and nurturing care environment
  • Embed high standards of consistency, accountability and child-centred care


Compliance & Quality

  • Ensure compliance with all Ofsted requirements, regulations and standards
  • Take ownership of safeguarding, risk assessments and incident management
  • Ensure care planning and documentation are accurate, current and high quality
  • Prepare for inspections and drive ongoing improvements across the service


Leadership & Operations

  • Manage recruitment activity, staffing levels and workforce planning
  • Carry out regular supervisions, appraisals and development support
  • Oversee financial performance, budgets and occupancy targets
  • Partner with senior leadership to support wider service development


Stakeholder Engagement

  • Build and maintain strong working relationships with Local Authorities, Ofsted and professionals
  • Represent the home with professionalism and integrity
  • Maintain open, effective communication with families and external stakeholders


What We’re Looking For

  • Experience working as a Registered Manager in a children’s home
  • Detailed understanding of Ofsted frameworks and regulatory compliance
  • Background supporting children and young people with SEMH or complex behaviours
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management, or progress towards it
  • A proactive and capable leader who can improve service delivery and outcomes


What’s On Offer

  • Competitive basic salary plus performance incentives
  • Real autonomy to influence and shape the service
  • Strong support from an experienced senior management team
  • Progression opportunities within an expanding care provider


Apply Now

If you are a strong Registered Manager looking for a role where you can lead with confidence, raise standards and make a lasting impact, apply today or contact us for a confidential discussion.

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