
If you are committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities:
· Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the children's home.
· Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations and the Children's Homes Regulations.
· Deliver outstanding care and positive outcomes for children and young people.
· Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing staff team.
· Promote safeguarding and a therapeutic, child-centred environment.
· Ensure that the home is fully prepare the home for Ofsted registration and inspections.
Essential Requirements:
· Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare.
· Significant experience in residential childcare.
· Previous management or deputy management experience.
· Excellent knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding.
· Full UK driving licence essential.
· Willingness to work shifts and weekends where requires.
Key Responsibilities:
· Provide strategic oversight of the children's home.
· Ensure regulatory compliance and high standards of governance.
· Support the Registered Manager while maintaining effective quality assurance.
· Promote continuous improvement and positive outcomes for children.
· Liaise with Ofsted and other relevant agencies.
Essential Requirements:
· Extensive senior leadership experience within children's residential services.
· Thorough knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
· Strong leadership, governance, and compliance experience.
· Previous RI experience is essential.
· Competitive salary (depending on experience).
· Opportunity to help establish a brand-new children's home.
· Ongoing professional development and training.
· Supportive leadership and positive working environment.
· The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people.
Location: Romford, Essex
Start Date: To be confirmed – Home opening soon.
If you have the passion, commitment, and experience to help shape an outstanding children's home, we would love to hear from you.
To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter.
310 Collier Row Lane, RM5 3NL, Romford

Residential Children home • 1-10 Employees
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