Children's Home Registered Manager
| Posting date: | 19 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £55,000 to £70,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 February 2026 |
| Location: | Camden, North West London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | KPMSUK Limited |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | RM Oct 25 |
Summary
About Us
Since 2006, KPMS has been providing services that help children and young people overcome adversity and build brighter, safer futures. We specialise in supporting those with complex needs and offer high-quality residential care in environments that are safe, nurturing, and supportive. Our mission is to help every young person we work with move towards independence and stability.
We are now seeking a skilled and committed Registered Manager to lead our innovative children’s home in Camden. Our recent inspection received an Ofsted rating of “Good”. This home has been fully refurbished to a high standard and is focused on delivering collaborative, psychologically informed care to children and young people.
Role Overview
As Registered Manager, you will lead the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring high standards of care and compliance are consistently maintained. You will be responsible for safeguarding, oversight of care plans, and building positive, nurturing relationships with children and young people. Alongside this, you will lead and develop the staff team, manage performance and training, and work in partnership with the local authority and other agencies to deliver the best possible outcomes.
Candidate Criteria
We are looking for leaders who align with our core values and demonstrate:
• Curiosity – maintaining interest and reflection to safeguard and make good decisions
• Enthusiasm – bringing energy and passion to ensure children receive the best care
• Responsibility – taking ownership of actions, decisions, and leadership
• Creativity – finding new ways to optimise outcomes for young people
• Integrity – choosing the right way, not the easy way
In addition, candidates should have:
• Recent experience as a Registered Manager, experienced Deputy Manager, or equivalent leadership role in social care
• Experience of working effectively with young people with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties
• Level 5 in Leadership and Management (or equivalent). Candidates with exceptional experience may be supported to complete this qualification as part of the role
• Strong IT, literacy, and numeracy skills
Salary & Benefits
• Starting salary between £55,000 and £70,000, depending on suitability and experience
• Increased annual leave entitlement after 2 years of continuous service
• £2,000 retention payment after 18 months
• Investment in your learning and development
• Career progression opportunities
• Meals provided during shifts
• Clear salary bands with objective targets for progression
Since 2006, KPMS has been providing services that help children and young people overcome adversity and build brighter, safer futures. We specialise in supporting those with complex needs and offer high-quality residential care in environments that are safe, nurturing, and supportive. Our mission is to help every young person we work with move towards independence and stability.
We are now seeking a skilled and committed Registered Manager to lead our innovative children’s home in Camden. Our recent inspection received an Ofsted rating of “Good”. This home has been fully refurbished to a high standard and is focused on delivering collaborative, psychologically informed care to children and young people.
Role Overview
As Registered Manager, you will lead the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring high standards of care and compliance are consistently maintained. You will be responsible for safeguarding, oversight of care plans, and building positive, nurturing relationships with children and young people. Alongside this, you will lead and develop the staff team, manage performance and training, and work in partnership with the local authority and other agencies to deliver the best possible outcomes.
Candidate Criteria
We are looking for leaders who align with our core values and demonstrate:
• Curiosity – maintaining interest and reflection to safeguard and make good decisions
• Enthusiasm – bringing energy and passion to ensure children receive the best care
• Responsibility – taking ownership of actions, decisions, and leadership
• Creativity – finding new ways to optimise outcomes for young people
• Integrity – choosing the right way, not the easy way
In addition, candidates should have:
• Recent experience as a Registered Manager, experienced Deputy Manager, or equivalent leadership role in social care
• Experience of working effectively with young people with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties
• Level 5 in Leadership and Management (or equivalent). Candidates with exceptional experience may be supported to complete this qualification as part of the role
• Strong IT, literacy, and numeracy skills
Salary & Benefits
• Starting salary between £55,000 and £70,000, depending on suitability and experience
• Increased annual leave entitlement after 2 years of continuous service
• £2,000 retention payment after 18 months
• Investment in your learning and development
• Career progression opportunities
• Meals provided during shifts
• Clear salary bands with objective targets for progression