Registered Manager

Residential Family Centre
Location: Epsom, Surrey
Salary: Up to £75,000 per year (depending on experience)

If you’ve ever wanted to lead a service that truly blends professional excellence with humanity, this is one of those opportunities.

You’ll be managing a specialist Residential Family Centre that supports parents and children through trauma-informed, relationship-led care. The environment is designed to help families rebuild trust and confidence in a way that feels safe, structured and meaningful.

What makes this role stand out is the leadership behind it. You’ll be working with a senior team who are deeply experienced in social care, people who understand both the operational realities and the emotional depth of this work. They’ll give you the autonomy to lead with confidence and the professional guidance to keep developing your practice.

The Role
You’ll hold Ofsted registration and lead the day-to-day running of the centre, balancing operational oversight with hands-on leadership. You’ll guide your team through reflective supervision, nurture a culture of curiosity and accountability, and ensure every family receives high-quality, compassionate support.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing daily operations in line with the Residential Family Centre Regulations and Quality Standards

• Acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead, maintaining robust practice and proactive communication

• Supervising and developing staff through regular supervision, reflection and targeted training

• Overseeing assessments, family plans, transitions and placement compatibility

• Building strong relationships with local authorities, courts and partner professionals

• Maintaining clear, evidence-based records and driving continuous quality improvement

What You’ll Bring

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

• Proven management experience within residential, family assessment or children’s social care

• A confident understanding of Ofsted frameworks and safeguarding legislation

• Leadership grounded in empathy, structure and high professional standards

• The ability to influence, develop and inspire a team

What You’ll Get

• Salary up to £75,000 per year (depending on experience)

• Performance-related progression and ongoing professional development

• Direct, supportive engagement from an experienced Responsible Individual and senior team

• Comprehensive induction and therapeutic training opportunities

• Pension, wellbeing support and generous annual leave

• Genuine scope for career growth as the organisation expands across new sites

Why this role matters
This is a service that believes quality care starts with the right leadership. You’ll be trusted to shape a culture that’s reflective, compassionate and genuinely family-focused; supported by a leadership team who value transparency, expertise and professional trust.

If you’re ready to lead a centre where people are supported to do their best work, where reflection and practice are part of everyday life, and where families are given the time and space to change for good, apply today for a confidential chat.

(All offers are subject to safer recruitment checks, including Enhanced DBS, references and right-to-work verification.)