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Assistant Registered Manager Childrens Residential Home Salary & Benefits Salary: 54,000 per annum Bonus: Up to 6,000 per annum (performance-related) Working Hours: 40 hours per week, typically Monday to Friday, 9:00am 5:00pm Holiday Entitlement: 28 days per year, inclusive of public and bank holidays About the Role We are looking for an experienced and motivated Assistant Registered Manager to support the leadership of a childrens residential home. You will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the home, ensuring high-quality care, safeguarding, and full compliance with Ofsted and Childrens Home Regulations. Your focus will be on providing a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive, while supporting the Registered Manager in leading and developing a skilled staff team. Key Responsibilities Children & Young People Ensure the home meets all Ofsted and regulatory requirements Safeguard all children and young people and promote their welfare at all times Deliver care in line with the Childrens Homes Regulations, quality standards, and company policies Oversee admissions, care plans, risk assessments, and reviews Work closely with families, social workers, advocates, and other professionals Monitor childrens progress and ensure their needs, goals, and outcomes are met Support staff in managing challenging behaviour positively Provide direct care when required, including occasional shift cover Staff Management Recruit, induct, supervise, and develop staff in line with regulatory standards Ensure safer recruitment checks (DBS, references, etc.) are completed Provide regular supervision, appraisals, and team meetings Manage performance, sickness, absence, and disciplinary matters Identify training needs and promote continuous professional development Promote company values and positive staff culture Quality & Compliance Maintain high standards across care, safeguarding, health & safety, and equality Ensure the Statement of Purpose is followed and regularly reviewed Manage inspections, audits, and actions from reviews Ensure compliance with the Mental Capacity Act and Deprivation of Liberty requirements General Duties Work within agreed budgets Take part in on-call duties as required Promote the home positively within the local community Follow all company policies, especially safeguarding and child protection Undertake training and ongoing professional development Person Specification Essential Experience & Qualifications At least 2 years experience in childrens residential care within the last 5 years At least 1 year in a management or supervisory role Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent) Strong knowledge of safeguarding and regulatory requirements Ability to lead, motivate, and manage a staff team effectively Good communication, organisational, and IT skills Physically and mentally fit to manage a residential home Full driving licence Additional Requirements Willingness to complete a Fit Person interview with Ofsted Commitment to the organisations values Willingness to complete further training if required TPBN1_UKTJ