Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire
Salary: Competitive salary of up to £55K per annum + excellent benefits
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits: Performance-based bonus, training & development opportunities, career progression, and more
Salary: Competitive salary of up to £55K per annum + excellent benefits
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits: Performance-based bonus, training & development opportunities, career progression, and more
JonesHouse Recruitment are working on behalf of our client, an innovative new organisation in the private sector offering a holistic approach to supporting vulnerable children, young people who are preparing to leave care, and adults with learning disabilities across the region. They pride themselves on their ability to ensure young people remain central to our decision-making processes as we develop positive environments that they can be proud to call their home.
The Role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Registered Service Manager to oversee one of our 3 bed residential children’s homes in Sheffield. This is a pivotal leadership role focused on maintaining high standards of care, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a culture that supports both young people and staff.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
- Provide strong, effective leadership to the staff team, promoting a culture of high performance, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Ensure the home operates in accordance with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and meets the Quality Standards.
- Register and maintain compliance as the Registered Manager with Ofsted, ensuring the service is inspection-ready at all times.
- Lead by example in promoting a child-centred, trauma-informed approach across all aspects of the home.
- Work with The Head of Children’s Service around staff recruitment, induction, supervision, training, and development in line with organisational and regulatory requirements.
Safeguarding & Child Protection
- Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding and child protection are maintained at all times.
- Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead for the home, ensuring effective reporting, recording, and response procedures.
- Maintain clear and effective risk assessments and behaviour support plans tailored to each young person.
Care Planning & Outcomes
- Ensure each child has a comprehensive, personalised care plan that is regularly reviewed in collaboration with external professionals, families, and the young person.
- Promote positive outcomes in education, health, emotional well-being, and social development.
- Support children to develop life skills for independence and successful transitions into adulthood.
- Work in partnership with Virtual Schools, education providers, and local authorities to ensure all young people have access to full-time, appropriate education provision—whether mainstream, specialist, or alternative settings.
Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance
- Monitor and maintain full compliance with Ofsted regulations, Local Authority commissioning expectations, and company policies.
- Prepare for and manage Ofsted inspections, audits, and visits from external stakeholders.
- Conduct regular internal audits and implement actions to address any areas for improvement.
- Write and submit quality reports including Regulation 45 reports and ensure Regulation 44 visits are actioned effectively.
Budget & Resource Management
- Manage the home’s budget efficiently, ensuring financial resources are used effectively and sustainably.
- Ensure the physical environment of the home is safe, well-maintained, and homely.
Relationship Management & Multi-Agency Working
- Build and maintain positive relationships with Local Authorities, families, schools, health services, and other stakeholders.
- Represent the home and company in multi-agency meetings, reviews, and professional networks.
- Respond to emergencies and incidents effectively, including out-of-hours as required.
Staff Development & Culture Building
- Foster a supportive, inclusive, and reflective team culture that promotes staff well-being and retention.
- Implement supervision and appraisal systems that support ongoing professional development and high standards of practice.
- Encourage staff to embrace the values and vision and act as ambassadors for the organisation.
- Promote a diverse staff team that represents the children that we care for.
Essential Criteria
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in a management role within a children’s residential setting
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent) or willingness to work towards this.
- Proven track record with Ofsted.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection frameworks
- Excellent leadership, communication, and staff development skills
- A child-centred, outcomes-driven approach
- Flexibility to work outside standard hours, including on-call
Desirable
- Experience supporting young people with emotional, behavioural or mental health needs
- Therapeutic or trauma-informed care training
- Experience of service design and development
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
- Ongoing professional development and progression opportunities
- A supportive senior leadership team and collaborative work culture
- The opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of vulnerable young people
- Positive working environment where staff are valued and listened to
- Opportunity to shape and develop a new service to the highest of standards
Ref: SH01
To apply for this job email your details to vicky@joneshouserecruitment.co.uk.