Dual Registered Manager – Children’s Homes

Location: Much Hadham, HertfordshireSalary: £46,362, rising to £52,855–£55,608 upon successful registrationHours: Full time, 37.5 hours per weekContract: Permanent

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At St Elizabeth’s, we believe every child deserves to live, learn and thrive in an environment that is safe, nurturing, and full of opportunity.

We are one of the UK’s leading specialist centres for children and young people with epilepsy, autism, and other complex needs — combining education, health, therapy, and residential care across our 60-acre campus and community homes in Much Hadham.

As part of this growth, we are now seeking a Dual Registered Manager to oversee two of our Ofsted-registered children’s homes that form a vital part of our specialist centre community.

You’ll hold Ofsted registration for both homes, leading your teams to deliver exceptional, child-centred care and ensuring each setting continues to provide a safe, nurturing, and aspirational environment for up to five children per home.

The RoleThis is a senior leadership role at the heart of our children’s residential service.

You will hold Ofsted registration for two homes, providing strategic direction, operational oversight, and strong professional leadership.
You’ll be responsible for creating safe, happy, and aspirational environments where children flourish, while ensuring full compliance with the Children’s Homes Regulations (2015) and Ofsted’s Quality Standards.

You’ll inspire, mentor, and develop dedicated teams, working hand-in-hand with colleagues across education, therapy, and health to deliver truly holistic, person-centred care.

As part of our wider Children’s Services leadership group, you’ll also play an active role in shaping the future of our provision and driving continual improvement across St Elizabeth’s.

Key Responsibilities

• Hold full Ofsted registration and legal accountability for two children’s homes.
• Lead, motivate and develop multidisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional care.
• Ensure regulatory compliance, safeguarding excellence, and continuous improvement.
• Promote a culture of reflective practice and high professional standards.
• Manage budgets, staffing, and resources efficiently to deliver best-value care.
• Work collaboratively with families, local authorities, and internal partners to deliver joined-up, high-quality support.
• Champion the voices, rights, and independence of every young person in your care.

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).
• The confidence to lead through change and inspire high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and relationship-building skills.

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:

• 25 days’ holiday + bank holidays
• 20% 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 proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and Investor in People. St Elizabeth’s is committed to creating an inclusive, welcoming, and safe environment for all.

All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This role involves regulated activity; applying if barred from such activity is a criminal offence.
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