St Elizabeth's
Registered Manager- Children's Services
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Registered Manager – Children’s Services
Location: Much Hadham, Hertfordshire
Salary: £46,362, rising to £52,855–£55,608 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 seeking two experienced and inspirational Registered Managers to lead our established Ofsted-registered children’s homes and play a key role within our Residential Leadership Team. If you are an experienced Registered Manager looking to influence practice, develop teams, and deliver exceptional outcomes for children, we would love to hear from you.
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.
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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.
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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:
- 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
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: recruitment@stelizabeths.org.uk
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.
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