Registered Manager

Purosearch • Full-time • West Midlands (County), West Midlands (County), GB • £55k - £65k / year • 1w ago

Children’s Home Registered Manager – Intake & Assessment

Location: Birmingham

Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum DOE + £5,000 annual quality and commercial bonus

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established children’s residential care provider for an experienced Registered Manager – Intake & Assessment to lead the admissions and assessment service in Birmingham.

This key leadership role involves overseeing the intake process, ensuring each child receives a safe, appropriate placement supported by comprehensive assessments that promote well-being and positive long-term outcomes.

Role Overview

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for managing the intake and assessment procedures, ensuring all placements are child-centred, compliant with Ofsted regulations, and meet the individual needs of each child. You will collaborate with local authorities, families, and internal teams to facilitate smooth transitions and deliver high-quality care from the outset.

Key Responsibilities

Manage all intake, referral, and assessment processes for new admissions
Ensure placements are safe, appropriate, and tailored to individual needs
Maintain compliance with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding standards
Lead, support, and develop staff to provide excellent care
Build and maintain professional relationships with commissioners and stakeholders
Oversee care planning, risk management, and placement transitions
Promote continuous improvement and maintain high service standards

Candidate Requirements

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Experience managing or deputising within a children’s residential setting
Strong knowledge of safeguarding, Ofsted standards, and regulatory compliance
Proven leadership, assessment, and decision-making skills
Child-focused, resilient, and compassionate approach

What We Offer

Entry salary up to £60,000 per annum (DOE)
£5,000 annual quality and commercial bonus
Excellent career progression opportunities
Supportive senior leadership and management structure
The chance to lead a specialist intake and assessment service that makes a difference