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  • Registered Manager
    Registered Manager
    2 days ago
    £45000–£55000 yearly
    Part-time
    Enfield

    MOVIP Homes – 2 /3 Bed LD Children's Home REGISTERED MANAGER - JOB PACK Job Title: Registered Manager - Children's Home (LD 6-17) Location: Enfield, North London - 2 /3 Bed Home (1 child initially, scaling to 2) Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 per annum based on experience + £2k bonus on Good Ofsted + Sleep-in allowance (£55 per sleep) Hours: 40 hours per week - Supernumerary management role + on-call (rota basis) Contract: Full-time, Permanent Reports to: Responsible Individual DBS Requirement: MUST have Enhanced DBS on DBS Update Service - Essential (maintain subscription) 1. About Us We are a new, small, quality-led provider opening a 2 /3 bed children's home in Enfield for children aged 6-17 years with Learning Disabilities, Autism and communication needs. We will open with 1 child for the first 3 months to ensure safe settling, relationship building and quality embedding, then build to 2 children with a potential to scale up to three. Our approach is low arousal, communication first (Makaton/PECS/intensive interaction), PBS, PACE and child-centred care. We are not a large corporate - you will be supported directly by our experienced Responsible Individual. 2. Job Purpose Lead in Ofsted registration interview and thereafter be the Ofsted Registered Manager, accountable for the day-to-day management of the home in line with Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards 2023. To ensure children with LD experience a safe, low arousal, homely environment where their communication, sensory, health and independence needs are met and they achieve positive outcomes. To lead, inspire and develop staff team to Good/Outstanding. 3. Key Responsibilities · Ofsted Registration & Quality: Act as Registered Manager, meet Reg 28/29 fitness, lead fit person interview and registration visit. Ensure compliance with Reg 26-45 and Quality Standards: Quality & Purpose, Positive Relationships, Protection, Leadership & Management. · Leadership: Lead, supervise and roster staff team. Complete supervisions, appraisals, team meetings, competency checks. Ensure 12-week rota shows staff names, exact shift times, contracted hours, annual leave, training, supervision, sleep/waking nights, bank cover and total weekly hours - Ofsted requirement for 1 child model and 2 / 3 child scaling. · Low Arousal Environment: Create and maintain low arousal home - lighting, noise, colours, zoning, sensory corner, predictable routines, visual timetables Now/Next, 10 seconds processing time, one instruction. · Communication First: Ensure every child has Communication Passport, sensory profile, health action plan. All staff trained and using Makaton, PECS, objects of reference, intensive interaction, total communication. · PBS: Lead Positive Behaviour Support - functional assessment, early signs, de-escalation, change of face, restraint only last resort, reduction plan. No punishment approach. · Care Planning: Personalised care plans, risk assessments, impact risk assessments for new referrals, compatibility assessment for second / third child, health plans with Community LD Team, SALT, OT, epilepsy, dysphagia management. · Multi-Agency: Work with LAs (Enfield, Haringey, Barnet), schools, families, Reg 44 Independent Visitor, PBS consultant. 24hr response to referrals. · Safeguarding: Designated Safeguarding Lead for home, LADO referrals, safer recruitment, whistleblowing culture. · Financial & Operations: Manage budget for 1 child then 2 /3 children, occupancy building, staffing costs, petty cash, premises maintenance, vehicle, activities. · Quality Monitoring: Complete Reg 45 monthly review, work with Reg 44 visitor, action plans, Ofsted notifications, complaints, compliments. · On-call: Participate in on-call rota for staff support, especially nights/weekends. 4. Person Specification - Ofsted Requirements Essential - Must Have (Ofsted Reg 28/29) · Qualifications: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent) OR Level 4 with commitment to complete Level 5 within 2 years. Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent minimum. · Experience: At least 2 years working in children's residential care in last 5 years, including at least 1 year in senior/supervisory/management role. Proven experience managing children with Learning Disabilities and Autism (6-17) including communication needs, sensory needs, epilepsy, dysphagia. · Knowledge: Excellent knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards 2023, Ofsted inspection framework, safeguarding, PBS, low arousal, Makaton/PECS. · DBS: Enhanced DBS Certificate on DBS Update Service - ESSENTIAL - must maintain subscription. You must bring original certificate to interview. Applications without Update Service cannot be processed for registration. · Fitness: Good character and integrity, no disqualification under Care Standards Act, able to pass Ofsted fit person interview, able to demonstrate leadership and ability to achieve Good/Outstanding. · Right to work in UK, 2 satisfactory references including current/most recent employer, full employment history. · Driving Licence: Full UK driving licence desirable. Desirable · Previous Registered Manager experience with Ofsted Good or Outstanding inspection · Studio 3 Low Arousal, PBS, Makaton, PECS, Intensive Interaction trained - or willing to train before opening · Experience opening new home and going through Ofsted registration · Experience of 2 / 3 bed home and managing occupancy build from 1 to 2 /3 children · Experience working with Pan-London commissioning, Enfield or North London LAs 5. Salary & Benefits · Salary £45k-£52k DOE + £2,000 tax free bonus on achieving Good Ofsted + sleep-in allowance £55 per sleep · 28 days annual leave + bank holidays + birthday off · Pension, laptop, phone · Ongoing CPD: Level 5, PBS, Studio 3, Makaton, leadership training · Small home - you will make real difference, not just paperwork · Direct support from experienced RI, Reg 44 visitor, PBS consultant 6. Recruitment Process & Safeguarding This role is subject to: Enhanced DBS on Update Service, right to work, full employment history check, 2 references including current employer, Ofsted fitness checks, medical fitness, qualification check. It is an offence to apply if you are disqualified from working with children (Reg 26). We are an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding. Process: 1) CV & Cover Letter 2) Telephone screen 3) Formal interview - Fit Person style + Low Arousal scenario + Home walk 4) DBS/References 5) Ofsted SC2 and registration. ##

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  • Montessori Trainee Lead Guide Babies and Toddlers
    Montessori Trainee Lead Guide Babies and Toddlers
    10 days ago
    £24000–£34000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    Pay: £24,000.00-£32,000.00 per year Job Description: Are you a calm, caring and passionate Early Years professional looking for an exciting new opportunity? At Montessori Nest, we are opening the doors to our beautiful new nursery in West Hampstead this October, and we are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our growing team. Whether you already have Montessori experience or have worked in an EYFS setting and are eager to learn, we would love to hear from you. About You You will have: • A Level 3 Early Years qualification (or equivalent recognised in the UK)., • Experience working with babies and toddlers (0–3 years)., • A calm, warm and nurturing approach., • A genuine passion for supporting young children's development., • Excellent communication and teamwork skills., • A willingness to learn and grow professionally. Most importantly, you enjoy building trusting relationships with children and families and want to make a real difference every day. What You'll Be Doing As part of our close-knit team, you will: • Support the daily care, wellbeing and learning of babies and toddlers., • Help create a calm, safe and beautiful prepared environment., • Encourage children's independence through respectful interactions., • Build warm partnerships with families., • Work collaboratively with experienced Montessori educators to provide exceptional care and education. Montessori Experience? Previous Montessori experience is not essential. If you have worked in an EYFS setting and are curious about the Montessori approach, we will support you every step of the way. Through mentoring, guidance and ongoing professional development, you will learn how to apply Montessori principles in practice and grow alongside our experienced team. Why Join Montessori Nest? At Montessori Nest, we believe that our team is at the heart of everything we do. We are not simply looking for another member of staff. We are looking for someone who wants to become a valued member of our growing Montessori family. We offer: • Salary: from £24,000 per annum to £34,000 per annum, • Ongoing mentoring and professional development., • Full support and training in Montessori philosophy and practice., • The opportunity to help shape a brand-new nursery from the very beginning., • A beautiful environment designed for both children and educators to thrive., • A warm, supportive workplace where kindness, collaboration and respect are at the centre of everything we do. If you are passionate about giving young children the very best start in life and would love to grow with us as Montessori Nest begins its exciting journey, we would be delighted to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you would love to join the Montessori Nest family.

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  • Care / Support Worker
    Care / Support Worker
    14 days ago
    £15–£16 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Care Workers & Support Workers 📍 Ealing Supporting individuals with Autism and Learning Disabilities We are currently recruiting compassionate and reliable Care Workers and Support Workers to join our team in the Hounslow area. You will be supporting children and young adults with Autism and learning disabilities, helping them to live safe, meaningful, and fulfilling lives. About the Role As a Care/Support Worker, you will provide person-centred support in line with individual care plans. Your role will focus on promoting independence, emotional wellbeing, and social inclusion. Key responsibilities include: • Providing daily support tailored to individual needs, • Assisting with personal care (where required), • Supporting with routines, education, and community activities, • Encouraging communication, social interaction, and life skills, • Managing behaviours that may challenge with patience and professionalism, • Working closely with families, professionals, and multidisciplinary teams, • Maintaining accurate records and following safeguarding procedures About You We are looking for individuals who are: • Caring, patient, and empathetic, • Passionate about supporting individuals with Autism and learning disabilities, • Reliable and committed to providing high-quality care, • Able to work independently and as part of a team, • Good communicators with a calm and positive approach Experience is desirable but not essential — full training and ongoing support will be provided. What We Offer • Competitive pay rates, • Flexible working hours, • Comprehensive training and induction, • Ongoing professional development, • Supportive and inclusive working environment, • Opportunity to make a genuine difference in people’s lives Requirements • Right to work in the UK, • Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to apply), • Willingness to undertake mandatory training, • Experience in Autism, learning disabilities, or care work is an advantage Apply Now If you are passionate about making a positive impact and supporting children and young adults to reach their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

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  • Children Home Manager
    Children Home Manager
    25 days ago
    £30000–£50000 yearly
    Full-time
    Romford

    Join Our New Children's Home Registered Children's Home Manager and Responsible Individual (RI) Little Haven Children's Home is excited to announce that we will soon be opening a new children's home, and we are looking for passionate, experienced, and dedicated professionals to join us from the beginning of our journey. If you are committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of children and young people, we would love to hear from you. Registered Children's Home Manager Key Responsibilities: · Lead and manage the day-to-day operation of the children's home. · Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations and the Children's Homes Regulations. · Deliver outstanding care and positive outcomes for children and young people. · Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing staff team. · Promote safeguarding and a therapeutic, child-centred environment. · Ensure that the home is fully prepare the home for Ofsted registration and inspections. Essential Requirements: · Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare. · Significant experience in residential childcare. · Previous management or deputy management experience. · Excellent knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding. · Full UK driving licence essential. · Willingness to work shifts and weekends where requires. Responsible Individual (RI) Key Responsibilities: · Provide strategic oversight of the children's home. · Ensure regulatory compliance and high standards of governance. · Support the Registered Manager while maintaining effective quality assurance. · Promote continuous improvement and positive outcomes for children. · Liaise with Ofsted and other relevant agencies. Essential Requirements: · Extensive senior leadership experience within children's residential services. · Thorough knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards. · Strong leadership, governance, and compliance experience. · Previous RI experience is essential. What We Offer · Competitive salary (depending on experience). · Opportunity to help establish a brand-new children's home. · Ongoing professional development and training. · Supportive leadership and positive working environment. · The opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people. Location: Romford, Essex Start Date: To be confirmed – Home opening soon. If you have the passion, commitment, and experience to help shape an outstanding children's home, we would love to hear from you. To apply, please send your CV and a covering letter.

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  • Registered Manager
    Registered Manager
    1 month ago
    Full-time
    Wembley

    Purpose of the Role To take full responsibility for the leadership, management, and regulatory compliance of a 3‑bed EBD children’s home. The Registered Manager ensures the delivery of high‑quality, trauma‑informed care in line with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted’s Quality Standards. The role is accountable for safeguarding, staff development, operational excellence, and achieving positive outcomes for children. Key Responsibilities 1. Leadership & Operational Management • Provide strong, child‑centred leadership that promotes safety, stability, and emotional wellbeing., • Ensure the home operates in full compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards., • Maintain and regularly review the Statement of Purpose., • Develop and implement policies, procedures, and operational systems., • Ensure the home is adequately staffed at all times and manage the rota effectively., • Oversee health & safety, fire safety, and environmental risk management. 2. Safeguarding & Risk Management • Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead for the home., • Ensure all safeguarding concerns are reported, recorded, and escalated appropriately., • Lead on risk assessments and behaviour support planning., • Maintain oversight of incidents, patterns, and trends to reduce risk and improve outcomes. 3. Staff Management & Development • Recruit, train, supervise, and develop the residential care team., • Provide monthly reflective supervision and annual appraisals., • Build a positive, supportive team culture grounded in trauma‑informed practice., • Manage staff performance, under‑performance, and professional conduct. 4. Care Planning & Child Outcomes • Oversee admissions, ensuring suitability and compatibility with existing residents., • Lead on care plans, placement plans, behaviour plans, and risk assessments., • Ensure children’s health, education, identity, and emotional needs are met., • Promote independence, life skills, and community engagement., • Maintain strong relationships with social workers, families, schools, and external agencies. 5. Quality Assurance & Compliance • Maintain high standards of recording, auditing, and regulatory compliance., • Prepare the home for Ofsted inspections and respond to regulatory feedback., • Complete Regulation 45 reports and contribute to continuous improvement., • Ensure all decisions are clearly recorded on children’s files. 6. Financial & Resource Management • Manage budgets, staffing costs, and resources effectively., • Ensure the home operates sustainably and within financial parameters., • Oversee procurement, maintenance, and external contracts. 7. On‑Call & Availability • Participate in the on‑call rota to support staff and respond to emergencies., • Provide flexible working hours when required to meet the needs of the home. Person Specification Essential • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a senior role within children’s residential care., • Strong understanding of trauma, attachment, and EBD behaviours., • Excellent safeguarding knowledge and decision‑making skills., • Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a staff team., • Strong communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills., • Ability to work flexibly, including on‑call duties., • Commitment to child‑centred, therapeutic practice. Desirable • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Residential Childcare) or willingness to complete., • Experience opening or developing a new children’s home., • Full UK driving licence.

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  • Residential Childcare Worker
    Residential Childcare Worker
    2 months ago
    £13.5–£16.5 hourly
    Part-time
    London

    Residential Childcare Worker (EBD experience essential) Ofsted-registered children's homes, London & Southeast SureShift is looking for experienced, reliable residential childcare workers to join our team, placed into Ofsted-regulated children's homes across London and the Southeast. This role requires genuine professional experience in a children's residential care setting, specifically supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). This means paid work in a registered children's home, secure unit, or comparable setting, where you've worked to a care plan, handled behaviour management or de-escalation, and worked as part of a shift team. It does not include babysitting, nannying, au pair work, playgroup or nursery assistant roles, or being a parent or family carer. If your experience is in one of these areas, this isn't the right role for you, but we'd encourage you to gain setting-based experience first and apply once you have it. However, we will consider if you can prove knowledge in this sector. You'll need: • At least six months' experience in a children's residential setting, with direct EBD exposure, • An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or be happy to get one sorted), • The right to work in the UK, • A current safeguarding certificate When you apply, please tell us the name of the setting(s) where you gained this experience and roughly when. This helps us move you through faster. On shift, the home's own team leads the way, your job is to support brilliantly within their care plan, not to run things. In return, you get direct PAYE employment (no umbrella companies, no self-employed risk), pay starting at £13.50/hr and rising to £16.50/hr through our transparent Points System (reliability earns you more, not just time served), emergency cover shifts at £18/hr, and a real person to call when something goes wrong, not a call centre. Shifts are flexible, days, nights and weekends, book in around your own life, with no fixed weekly hours. If you take pride in being the person a home can count on, and you've already got the EBD experience behind you, we'd love to hear from you.

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  • Level 3 Preschool practitioner
    Level 3 Preschool practitioner
    2 months ago
    £15.5–£16.5 hourly
    Full-time
    Maida Hill, London

    Join our warm, community-focused preschool and make a real difference. Are you a passionate and nurturing Early Years Practitioner looking for a role where you'll be truly valued? We are a charity-run, term-time preschool at the heart of our community, dedicated to giving every child the very best start in life. Thanks to recent funding, we have created a beautiful, inspiring learning environment where children are encouraged to explore, play and thrive. We're looking for an enthusiastic Level 3 EYFS Practitioner to join our friendly and supportive team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a close-knit setting where relationships with children, families and colleagues are at the centre of everything we do. What you'll be doing • Creating a safe, nurturing and stimulating environment where every child can flourish., • Planning and leading engaging play-based learning experiences., • Acting as a Key Person and building strong relationships with children and their families., • Supporting children's learning and development in line with the EYFS., • Working as part of a dedicated team to provide outstanding care and education., • Supporting children with SEND and promoting an inclusive environment where every child feels valued. We're looking for someone who: • Holds a full and relevant Level 3 Early Years qualification., • Has experience working in an early years setting., • Is passionate about child-centred learning and inclusive practice., • Has experience supporting children with SEND, or a genuine interest in developing their knowledge in this area., • Is kind, reliable, enthusiastic and enjoys working as part of a team., • Builds positive relationships with children, families and colleagues. Why join us? • ❤️ Term-time only working., • 🌱 A beautiful, recently refurbished learning environment., • 🤝 A friendly, supportive and family-orientated team., • 🏡 A charity-run preschool where children come before profit., • 🎓 Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training., • 🌟 The chance to make a genuine impact within a community-focused setting. As part of our recruitment process, shortlisted candidates will be invited to spend a session in the preschool leading a short activity, meeting the children and getting to know the team. We believe this gives everyone the opportunity to ensure we're the right fit for one another. If you're looking for a role where your ideas are valued, your wellbeing matters, and you can make a real difference every day, we'd love to hear from you. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to satisfactory references, an enhanced DBS check and verification of qualifications.

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  • Children's Home Registered Manager
    Children's Home Registered Manager
    2 months ago
    £47000–£52000 yearly
    Full-time
    London

    We are working in partnership with an established and growing residential childcare provider to appoint an experienced Registered Manager for a children’s home supporting young people with complex needs. This is a key leadership position offering full operational responsibility for the home. The successful candidate will be accountable for delivering high quality, child centred care, maintaining regulatory compliance and leading a stable, motivated staff team. You will be responsible for: * Overall management of the children’s home * Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and Children’s Homes Quality Standards * Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people * Leading, developing and supervising the staff team * Driving positive outcomes and improving Ofsted ratings where required * Managing budgets and ensuring the home operates efficiently About You * Previous experience as a Registered Manager within a children’s residential setting * Strong working knowledge of Ofsted regulations and inspection processes * Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards) * Proven leadership and team development experience * Passionate about delivering outstanding care and improving young people’s outcomes What’s on Offer * Competitive salary package * Performance related incentives * Supportive senior leadership structure * Opportunity to shape and develop the service * Clear progression opportunities as the organisation grows This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, child focused leader who wants to make a genuine impact within a supportive and forward thinking organisation.

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