Registered Manager

Registered Manager - Childrens Services

5000 JOINING BONUS AVAILABLE!

Location: Much Hadham Hertfordshire
Salary: upon successful registration
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent

Shape futures and make a difference by leading outstanding care.

At St Elizabeths we support children and young people with epilepsy learning disabilities autism and diverse health needs to live fulfilled meaningful lives. Set within 60 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire countryside our charity has been delivering specialist care education and support for over 120 years.

We are seeking two experienced and inspirationalRegistered Managers to lead our established Ofsted-registered childrens homes and play a key role within our Residential Leadership Team. If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking to influence practice develop teams and deliver exceptional outcomes for children we would love to hear from you.

About the Role

As Registered Manager you will:

• Lead an Ofsted-registered childrens home.
• Manage and develop a team of Deputy Managers Senior staff and Care & Support Workers.
• Drive high-quality child-centred care that promotes independence wellbeing and positive outcomes.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead across both homes.
• Lead on Ofsted compliance quality assurance inspections and continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with families local authorities commissioners and safeguarding partners.
• Manage operational budgets exceeding 1 million.
• Work collaboratively with education therapy nursing and estates teams to provide integrated support.
• Contribute to strategic developments across residential services.

About You

Youre a confident compassionate leader who thrives in a values-driven environment.
You understand what outstanding looks like not just on paper but in the everyday experiences of children and young people.

Youll bring:

• Proven experience managing an Ofsted-registered childrens home.
• A deep understanding of safeguarding quality standards and reflective leadership.
• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (and ideally a Level 5 Leadership qualification or willingness to complete).
• Strong knowledge of Childrens Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
• The confidence to lead through change and inspire high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication organisational and relationship-building skills.

Youll share our belief that every child deserves a joyful aspirational and compassionate place to call home.

What we offer

We want you to feel your best so you can give your return for your hard work we offer:

• 5000 joining bonus (2500 upon commencement of employment and a further 2500 following 12 months service)*
• 27 days holiday bank holidays
• 50% uplift for weekend overtime
• Free on-site parking and DBS
• Blue Light Card discounts and discounted gym membership at Manor of Groves
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing platform

*terms and conditions apply

Apply Now

Visit our website to apply. Interviews are held on a rolling basis so apply early to avoid missing out.

For questions adjustments or access needs during the process please contact:

Inclusion & Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. This post involves regulated activity.

We are an equal opportunities employer and actively welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require reasonable adjustments please contact us during the recruitment process.

Live life to the full. Help others do the same.

Join us at St Elizabeths.

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Manager