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Registered Manager – London

Job details
Posting date: 26 May 2026
Salary: £53,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 25 June 2026
Location: London, UK
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Blue Recruitment Personnel Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: RM-JB-28-London

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Summary

We are currently partnering with a growing and reputable residential childcare provider in London who is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a children’s home supporting young people with complex needs.

This is a key leadership role within an established and expanding organisation, offering the opportunity to take full responsibility for a well-supported service and make a genuine impact on young people’s lives.

The Role:

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and operational management of the children’s home, ensuring the service consistently meets Ofsted standards and delivers high-quality, person-centred care.

You will lead a dedicated staff team, ensuring strong safeguarding practices, effective care planning, and a stable, supportive environment for young people with complex needs.

Key responsibilities include:

- Full operational management of a children’s residential home
- Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and Children’s Homes Quality Standards
- Leading, supervising, and developing the staff team
- Maintaining strong safeguarding practices across the service
- Overseeing care plans, risk assessments, and placement outcomes
- Managing staffing, rotas, and day-to-day operational delivery
- Liaising with external professionals, local authorities, and stakeholders
- Ensuring accurate and compliant documentation and reporting

About You:

The successful candidate will bring proven leadership experience within children’s residential care and a strong understanding of compliance and safeguarding frameworks.

You will have:

- Experience managing a children’s residential home (essential)
- Strong knowledge of Ofsted and Children’s Homes Regulations
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)
- Proven leadership and team management experience
- Strong safeguarding and compliance background
- Ability to manage complex care environments effectively
- Must be based in London
- Full UK driving licence (preferred)

What’s on Offer:

- Salary up to £53,000 per annum
- Opportunity to join a growing and supportive provider
- Stable long-term role within children’s residential care
- Career progression opportunities within an expanding organisation

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Registered Manager to take the lead in a complex needs setting and contribute to the ongoing development of a high-quality residential service.

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