REGISTERED MANAGER

We are opening a new children's residential home and supported living service, and we are looking for a Registered Manager to lead it. This is a rare opportunity to establish a service from the very beginning — building the team, embedding the culture, and setting the standards that will shape the experience of every child who comes through the door.

If you are an experienced Registered Manager, or a Deputy ready to step up, who genuinely cares about the lives of children with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs — we would love to hear from you.

About Us

Striving For Independence Care Solutions (SFI) is a values-driven provider of care homes, supported living, and domiciliary care services across Brent, Harrow, and the surrounding areas. We are now expanding into children's residential and supported living provision for children and young people with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs.

Our focus is simple: to deliver high-quality, person-centred care that empowers children and young people to live safe, fulfilling, and meaningful lives. We specialise in supporting individuals transitioning from family homes, hospital settings, assessment and treatment units, and other specialist placements — creating stable, nurturing community environments.

The Opportunity

As Registered Manager, you will:

•       Establish and shape a brand new children's home and supported living service

•       Lead and develop a high-performing, child-centred team

•       Drive quality, compliance, and outcomes for children with complex needs

•       Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections, with the aim of achieving and maintaining Good or Outstanding ratings

•       Work closely with senior leadership, with real influence over service development and growth

This is a key leadership appointment with progression potential to Responsible Individual or Operations Manager as the service grows.

What You'll Do

Lead with vision and integrity

•       Create a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic home culture

•       Be a strong advocate for children and young people

•       Empower your team to deliver child-centred, outcome-focused care

•       Embed therapeutic approaches such as Positive Behaviour Support and trauma-informed care

Own Ofsted compliance and readiness

•       Register with and act as the Ofsted Registered Manager

•       Ensure full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards

•       Lead and prepare for Ofsted inspections

•       Drive continuous improvement to achieve and maintain Good or Outstanding ratings

Champion safeguarding and care excellence

•       Lead safeguarding practice and promote a strong safeguarding culture

•       Oversee care planning, risk management, and reviews

•       Ensure safe medication practices and accurate record keeping

Build, develop, and retain your team

•       Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing staff team

•       Conduct supervisions, appraisals, and performance management

•       Support staff development including Level 3 and Level 5 pathways

•       Build a positive, inclusive, and accountable team culture

Operate the service effectively

•       Manage rotas, ensure safe staffing levels, and oversee budgets

•       Monitor KPIs, service quality, and outcomes

•       Build strong relationships with Local Authorities, Commissioners, families, and professionals

•       Participate in the on-call rota (shared across the leadership team)

What You'll Bring

Essential

•       Experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in a children's residential setting

•       Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)

•       Strong, current knowledge of Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes legislation

•       Proven leadership and team management experience

•       Strong safeguarding knowledge and instinct

•       Full UK driving licence

Desirable

•       Experience supporting children with learning disabilities, autism, and complex needs

•       Track record of achieving or maintaining Good/Outstanding Ofsted ratings

•       Knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and trauma-informed practice

•       Experience of opening or developing a new service

What We Offer

•       Salary £35,000 – £40,000 (depending on experience)

•       Discretionary performance bonus linked to Ofsted outcomes, occupancy, staff retention, and service quality — taking total package potential to circa £45,000+

•       Clear progression path to Responsible Individual or Operations Manager roles

•       28 days annual leave (including bank holidays)

•       Ongoing training and funded qualifications

•       Supportive senior leadership team and direct access to the Director

•       Referral bonus scheme

•       The genuine opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up

Our Values

We are looking for someone who shares our commitment to:

•       Quality and continuous improvement

•       Compassion and child-centred care

•       Dignity and respect

•       Trust, teamwork, and accountability

Safeguarding

SFI is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All roles are subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment processes.

Ready to apply?

Click "Apply Now" to submit your application. Please include a CV with full employment history and a cover letter explaining your interest in this role and what you would bring to a brand new service.

We are reviewing applications on a rolling basis — early applications are encouraged. Interviews will be held during the week commencing 18 May 2026.

Join us in shaping high-quality children's services and making a lasting difference.