Job Summary and Purpose
The Registered Manager (RM) is responsible for the effective and efficient operation of the designated
Ofsted-registered children's home (or homes), operating within an agreed annual budget. The RM has
full responsibility for the day-to-day running and management of the home, supported by a staff team,
ensuring the children's welfare, safety and needs are at the centre of their care practices. The children's
homes operate 24-hours each day, every day of the year, requiring round-the-clock staffing and
management. The RM is involved in staff recruitment and selection and is responsible for the effective
deployment of staff. The RM must ensure the home complies with relevant regulatory and legal
requirements and standards and that it complies with Company Policies and Procedures. The RM must
meet the relevant Ofsted fitness requirements to fulfil the role.
Hours of Work
It is an expectation that the RM will be flexible with working hours to accommodate staffing variations and
the needs of the home. The hours will normally be worked between the hours of 9.00am and 5.00pm
Monday to Friday inclusive. However, there will be circumstances dictated by the job where hours will
vary within the week and include weekend and morning/evening management cover as required.
Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibility for the home
- The Registered Manager (RM) is responsible and accountable for his or her own professional actions;
exercises discretion in determining how objectives agreed with the Line Manager are to be achieved;
works autonomously within the overall framework of Company policies, procedures, and principles;
adheres to professional codes of practice and terms and conditions of employment; and seeks
additional and appropriate supervision and guidance as necessary in order to fulfil the requirements
of the post. At all times the safety and welfare
As a minimum, within the last 5 years at least 2
years' experience relevant to children's
residential care.
Worked for at least 2 years in a role requiring
the supervision and management of staff
working in a care role.
A minimum of 1 year's management experience
in a children's home at Registered Manager or
Deputy Manager level or an equivalent role.
A good track record of budgetary and financial
management.