Registered Manager - CQC & OFSTED duel home 16 - 25 year olds

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Registered Manager to lead a dual-registered service regulated by both CQC and Ofsted. This is a key leadership role responsible for the safe, compliant, and effective management of a specialist home supporting children and/or young people, with potential overlap into adult care depending on service model.

Candidates must have experience working within CQC-regulated services, Ofsted-regulated children's homes, or both. Applicants with strong experience in either framework will be considered, provided they demonstrate the ability and willingness to manage dual compliance.

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• Provide strong, visible leadership across the service, ensuring high-quality, person-centred care at all times

• Maintain full regulatory compliance with CQC and/or Ofsted, including preparation for inspections and audits

• Act as the Registered Manager with the relevant regulatory bodies

• Develop, lead, and support a skilled multidisciplinary staff team

• Embed safeguarding, risk management, and quality assurance processes

• Ensure robust care planning, placement matching, and outcomes-focused practice

• Manage budgets, occupancy, rotas, and resources effectively

• Lead on recruitment, supervision, appraisal, and staff development

• Build positive relationships with commissioners, families, professionals, and external agencies

• Drive continuous improvement and service development

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• Proven experience as a Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, or senior leader within:

  • A children's residential home (Ofsted) and/or

  • A CQC-regulated service

• Strong working knowledge of Ofsted and/or CQC regulatory frameworks

• Demonstrable experience of achieving or working towards Good or Outstanding outcomes

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Residential Childcare or Adult Care), or willingness to complete

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills

• Thorough understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and quality standards

• Ability to manage complex needs and challenging behaviours

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• Experience managing dual-registered services

• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs, LD, Autism, EBD, or mental health needs

• Track record of service improvement, turnaround, or new service registration

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• Competitive salary package

• Supportive senior leadership and organisational backing

• Opportunities for progression and professional development

• The opportunity to shape and lead a high-quality, specialist service

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To apply, please submit an up-to-date CV outlining your management experience within CQC and/or Ofsted regulated services.