Registered Manager

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Registered Manager - Children’s Services

£5,000 JOINING BONUS AVAILABLE!

Location: Much Hadham, Hertfordshire
Salary: £54,705–£57,554 upon successful registration
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week
Contract: Permanent

Shape futures and make a difference by leading outstanding care.

At St Elizabeth’s, we support children and young people with epilepsy, learning disabilities, autism and diverse health needs to live fulfilled, meaningful lives. Set within 60 acres of beautiful Hertfordshire countryside, our charity has been delivering specialist care, education and support for over 120 years.

We are an experienced Registered Manager to lead an established Ofsted-registered children’s home and play a key role within our Residential Leadership Team. Unlike many Registered Manager roles, you'll never be working in isolation. You'll be supported by a strong network of fellow Registered Managers who work together, share best practice, celebrate successes, and provide invaluable peer support.

About the Role

As Registered Manager, you will:

• Lead an Ofsted-registered children’s home.
• Manage and develop a team of Deputy Managers, Senior staff and Care & Support Workers.
• Drive high-quality, child-centred care that promotes independence, wellbeing and positive outcomes.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead across both homes.
• Lead on Ofsted compliance, quality assurance, inspections and continuous improvement.
• Build strong relationships with families, local authorities, commissioners and safeguarding partners.
• Manage operational budgets exceeding £1 million.
• Work collaboratively with education, therapy, nursing and estates teams to provide integrated support.
• Contribute to strategic developments across residential services.

About You

You’re a confident, compassionate leader who thrives in a values-driven environment.
You understand what outstanding looks like — not just on paper, but in the everyday experiences of children and young people.

You’ll bring:

• Proven experience managing an Ofsted-registered children’s home.
• A deep understanding of safeguarding, quality standards, and reflective leadership.
• A Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (and ideally a Level 5 Leadership qualification, or willingness to complete).
• Strong knowledge of Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.
• The confidence to lead through change and inspire high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and relationship-building skills.

You’ll share our belief that every child deserves a joyful, aspirational, and compassionate place to call home.

What we offer

We want you to feel your best so you can give your best. In return for your hard work, we offer:

• £5,000 joining bonus (£2,500 upon commencement of employment and a further £2,500 following 12 months service)*
• 27 days’ holiday + bank holidays
• 50% uplift for weekend overtime
• Free on-site parking and DBS
• Blue Light Card discounts and discounted gym membership at Manor of Groves
• Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing platform
• terms and conditions apply

Apply Now

Visit our website to apply. Interviews are held on a rolling basis, so apply early to avoid missing out.

For questions, adjustments or access needs during the process, please contact: [email protected]

Inclusion & Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and young adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references and an enhanced DBS check. This post involves regulated activity.

We are an equal opportunities employer and actively welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact us during the recruitment process.

Live life to the full. Help others do the same.

Join us at St Elizabeth’s.

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