We are looking for an experienced and committed Registered Manager to oversee an EBD children’s residential home in Hatfield. This is a great opportunity to work with an established provider and lead a home focused on providing a safe, caring, and supportive setting where children can build confidence, develop life skills, and achieve positive outcomes.
About the role:
- Ensure the home operates in full compliance with Ofsted regulations and the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015
- Create a safe, structured, and supportive environment tailored to the individual needs of each young person.
- Ensure the seniors and residential childcare staff are focussed on providing the best services for the children and families.
- Co-ordinate and access the appropriate services (health, education, therapy) to ensure the needs of each child and young person is met.
- Manage the home within the agreed budget, taking full responsibility for all incidental costs as well as direct costs
About you:
- Have a minimum of 3 years' experience working in children's residential care.
- Have at least 2 years’ experience supervising or managing staff within a residential setting.
- Hold an NVQ Level 3 in Children and Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent) and either hold, or be working towards, a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England).
- Have experience supporting children with emotional behavioural disorder and additional needs.
- Have strong knowledge of safeguarding, Ofsted regulations, and children’s home legislation.
- A full UK driving licence.
What's on offer:
- Salary up to £55,000 per annum.
- Annual leave entitlement
Recruitment timeline:
We are committed to appointing the most suitable candidate and therefore encourage early applications. The recruitment process will involve initial screening, followed by interviews for shortlisted applicants. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check.
To apply, please submit your CV along with a completed application form.
Please note sponsorship is not available for this role.
Hamptons is passionate about equality and is committed to developing an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant regardless of your individual needs. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.
