Children Residential Registered Manager

: 🌟 Registered Manager – Children’s Home (EBD / Challenging Behaviours) 📍 Sudbury, Suffolk 💰 £55,000 – £60,000 per annum + benefits Are you an experienced and passionate Registered Manager looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people? We are seeking a dedicated leader to oversee a children’s residential home in Sudbury, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and complex challenging behaviours. 🔍 The Role As the Ofsted Registered Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and outcomes for children and young people. You will lead and inspire a team to create a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment that supports young people in managing challenging behaviours and achieving positive outcomes. ✅ Key Responsibilities Register with Ofsted as the Home’s Registered Manager Ensure full compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Ofsted standards Lead, develop, and support a dedicated care team Deliver high-quality, behaviour-focused care plans tailored to individual needs Manage and respond effectively to challenging behaviours in a safe and therapeutic manner Maintain strong relationships with local authorities, families, and external professionals Drive continuous improvement and achieve positive inspection outcomes Oversee safeguarding, risk management, and quality assurance processes 🧠 Requirements Proven experience as a Registered Manager (or strong Deputy ready to step up) within children’s residential care Experience working with EBD and complex/challenging behaviours Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and compliance frameworks Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards) Excellent leadership, resilience, and decision-making skills A genuine passion for supporting young people with complex needs Full UK driving licence 🎁 What’s On Offer Salary between £55,000 – £60,000 (dependent on experience) Performance-related bonuses (if applicable) Supportive senior leadership team Ongoing professional development and training Opportunity to shape and develop a high-quality service Generous holiday allowance and benefits package 💬 Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to lead a home supporting young people with more complex needs, where your leadership will have a lasting and meaningful impact. You’ll join an organisation committed to delivering high-quality care and achieving the best possible outcomes.

🌟 Registered Manager – Children’s Home (EBD) 📍 Leiston, Suffolk 💰 Up to £55,000 per annum + benefits Are you an experienced and passionate Registered Manager looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young people? We are seeking a dedicated leader to oversee a children’s residential home in Leiston, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). 🔍 The Role As the Ofsted Registered Manager, you will take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, compliance, and outcomes for children and young people. You will lead and inspire a team to create a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment that promotes stability, personal growth, and positive outcomes. ✅ Key Responsibilities Register with Ofsted as the Home’s Registered Manager Ensure full compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Ofsted standards Lead, develop, and support a dedicated care team Deliver high-quality care plans tailored to individual needs Maintain strong relationships with local authorities, families, and external professionals Drive continuous improvement and achieve positive inspection outcomes Oversee safeguarding, risk management, and quality assurance processes 🧠 Requirements Proven experience as a Registered Manager (or Deputy ready to step up) within children’s residential care Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and EBD services Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards) Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills A genuine passion for improving the lives of young people Full UK driving licence 🎁 What’s On Offer Salary up to £55,000 (dependent on experience) Performance-related bonuses (if applicable) Supportive senior leadership team Ongoing professional development and training Opportunity to shape and develop a high-quality service Generous holiday allowance and benefits package 💬 Why Join Us? This is an exciting opportunity to lead a home where your work will have a direct and lasting impact. You’ll be part of an organisation committed to delivering exceptional care and achieving the best possible outcomes for young people.

Housing Manager Job Type: Full-time, Temporary Contract Location: Huddersfield / Hybrid Salary: £20.31 PAYE / £25.25 Umbrella per hour We are seeking a dedicated Housing Manager to lead and manage a customer-focused housing and neighbourhood management service. This role is crucial in ensuring high performance and excellent service delivery across various areas such as income collection, empty homes, tenancy management, and partnership working. The successful candidate will coordinate the work of the service area and ensure resources are optimally allocated. Day-to-day of the role: Lead the delivery of a holistic housing management service, ensuring a focus on high performance and customer satisfaction. Provide effective line management to staff, offering support and guidance in managing caseloads and complex cases, including issues related to antisocial behaviour, debt management, and mental health. Undertake formal duties in compliance with housing legislation, addressing housing fraud, and managing leaseholder services. Plan, coordinate, and deploy resources to meet team and business demands effectively. Work collaboratively with Neighbourhood Service Managers and other Housing Managers to monitor, analyse, and implement service improvements. Prepare and present professional reports and communications on key issues for both internal and external stakeholders. Ensure performance reporting is accurate and up-to-date. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven track record of achieving targets and goals within operational plans. Strong understanding of budgetary control and proactive budget management. Excellent planning skills with the ability to reprioritise workloads to respond to emerging issues and changing priorities. Experience in advising staff on non-routine Housing Management decisions, with the ability to seek guidance when necessary. Competence in handling staff management issues in line with HR policies and procedures. Benefits: Access to a dedicated consultant for ongoing support. Secure, user-friendly online system for timesheet management. Self-service portal for holiday requests, payslips, and employment documents. Access to free training, discount clubs, healthcare options, and reward schemes. Inclusion in pension schemes, paid holiday arrangements, and maternity benefits. Opportunities to work with a range of leading UK employers across the public and private sectors. To apply for the Housing Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

Our client, Leicester City Council, is seeking an agency Child Protection Chair (Independent Chair). The assignment will last 3 months initially, paid at £45 per hour. Please let me know if you are interested? Or can you refer a friend for £300 if placed? The role will involve the following: Predominantly Initial and Review conferences Conferences are hybrid with majority of initials in person and then we offer face to face to families for reviews and give them the option. Most of the initials will be at Halford House and then reviews if in person either at Halford or in the community at children's centres dependent on risk and availability. Hybrid working available: time outside of the meetings the chairs will predominantly work at home as admin/ virtual meetings. Requirements of the role: Qualified Social Worker Fully Social Work England registered 3 years post-qualified experience in employment of a local authority (DFE rules) Must have experience of undertaking the CP Chair role and extensive knowledge in the role Please contact me asap to discuss in more detail. We are offering £250 joining bonus for new starters with Reed. Alternatively, we are offering £300 if you refer a friend or colleague and they are placed successfully into this or any other QSW role.

Pay: £38,000.00-£40,000.00 per year Job Description: Cheltenham | Full‑time | Office‑based Monday–Friday | 09:00–17:00 or 08:00–16:00 Occasional on‑call support only About the Role We’re seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Manager to lead our high‑quality home care service in Cheltenham. This is a fully office‑based leadership role, responsible for service quality, compliance, staff management, and operational performance across the local area. You’ll oversee both office and field teams, ensuring exceptional standards of care while driving the continued growth and success of the service. What We’re Looking For Level 5 in Health & Social Care (essential) 3–4 years’ experience in care management Strong working knowledge of CQC regulations and compliance Confident managing staff, audits, care planning, and service quality Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills Ability to support occasional on‑call duties when required Key Responsibilities Lead and manage all office and field‑based staff Ensure full compliance with CQC Fundamental Standards Oversee care planning, assessments, reviews, and safeguarding Maintain high‑quality service delivery and excellent customer experience Support recruitment, training, supervision, and staff development Manage scheduling, documentation, and office operations Drive service growth and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders Ensure accurate reporting, payroll, invoicing, and record‑keeping Why Join Us? Monday–Friday working pattern Stable, office‑based leadership role Supportive team and positive working culture Opportunity to shape and grow a high‑quality care service

Housing Officer Hourly Rate: £17.85 PAYE or £23.20 via Umbrella Location: Kirklees Job Type: Contract Join a leading local authority in Kirklees as a Housing Officer, where you will provide a robust housing management service. This role includes income collection, efficient property turnaround, and managing tenancies and leaseholder relations in line with current legislation. This position is ideal for someone with prior housing experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to immediately take on housing duties. Day-to-day of the role: Work in partnership with partners and other professionals to deliver effective services and positive outcomes for tenants and communities. Promote resident engagement and empowerment, and develop partnership working. Utilise a problem-solving and flexible approach when working with tenants and customers, aiming for positive outcomes and using mediation skills to handle difficult situations. Collaborate with the Housing Manager/Services Manager and other Housing Officers to monitor, analyse, and deliver improvements across all relevant performance indicator areas to increase customer satisfaction. Prepare professional and clearly written communications for colleagues, partners, and customers. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in housing management or a similar role. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to start and effectively manage housing duties immediately. Strong problem-solving skills and flexibility in handling various tasks. Experience in writing professional communications and reports. Benefits: Competitive hourly rate. Opportunity to work within a leading local authority. Engage in meaningful work that directly impacts tenants and communities. To apply for this Housing Officer position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

Housing Officer Hourly Rate: £17.85 PAYE or £23.20 via Umbrella Location: Kirklees Job Type: Contract Join a leading local authority in Kirklees as a Housing Officer, where you will provide a robust housing management service. This role includes income collection, efficient property turnaround, and managing tenancies and leaseholder relations in line with current legislation. This position is ideal for someone with prior housing experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to immediately take on housing duties. Day-to-day of the role: Work in partnership with partners and other professionals to deliver effective services and positive outcomes for tenants and communities. Promote resident engagement and empowerment, and develop partnership working. Utilise a problem-solving and flexible approach when working with tenants and customers, aiming for positive outcomes and using mediation skills to handle difficult situations. Collaborate with the Housing Manager/Services Manager and other Housing Officers to monitor, analyse, and deliver improvements across all relevant performance indicator areas to increase customer satisfaction. Prepare professional and clearly written communications for colleagues, partners, and customers. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in housing management or a similar role. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to start and effectively manage housing duties immediately. Strong problem-solving skills and flexibility in handling various tasks. Experience in writing professional communications and reports. Benefits: Competitive hourly rate. Opportunity to work within a leading local authority. Engage in meaningful work that directly impacts tenants and communities. To apply for this Housing Officer position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.

Contracts Manager – Housing Services Location: Oldham / Hybrid working Pay: £26.87 to £28.51 per hour (PAYE) Job Type: Full-time, 37 hours per week Join our client in Oldham as a Contracts Manager, where you will lead the delivery of key housing services, ensuring our housing stock is safe, compliant, and delivers high-quality services for residents. This role is crucial in managing a varied portfolio of contracts, including high-value long-term housing agreements. Day-to-day of the role: Manage high-value housing contracts, including long-term PFI agreements. Monitor contract performance, budgets, and service delivery to ensure compliance with housing, building safety, and legal requirements. Lead procurement of contractors, consultants, and partner organisations. Oversee major housing projects and capital programmes like the Warm Homes programme, improving energy efficiency and tackling fuel poverty across the borough. Manage financial planning, budgets, and reporting. Collaborate with partners such as NHS, Registered Providers, and contractors to deliver integrated services. Prepare reports and present to senior leaders, boards, and elected members. Manage risk, governance, and performance across housing services. Support and develop a small team of housing professionals. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience managing high-value contracts in housing or a similar sector. Strong leadership skills with experience managing and motivating teams. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience working with multiple partners and senior stakeholders. Strong project and programme management skills. Knowledge of housing legislation and compliance requirements. Experience managing budgets and delivering value for money. Desirable: Degree or professional qualification in Housing, Construction, Management. Project management qualification (e.g., PRINCE2). Experience with PFI contracts or housing programmes. Benefits: Opportunity to manage high-profile housing programmes. Work at the heart of improving housing and communities in a collaborative, partnership-led environment. Strong organisational values focused on fairness, openness, and accountability. Car allowance for necessary travel. Additional Information: Occasional evening and weekend meetings may be required. Travel across sites required. Our Clients Values: They are committed to fairness and equality, openness and transparency, accountability and responsibility, working together, and respect for our communities. To apply for the Contracts Manager position in Housing Services, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.

Our client, Brent Council, is seeking an agency Social Worker for its Unaccompanied Asylum-Seeking Children (UASC) team. The assignment will last at least 6 months. Please let me know if you are interested? Or can you refer a friend for £300 if placed? The role will involve the following: Working with UASC and older asylum seekers including the LAC process Carrying out Merton Complaint Age Assessment Report writing Carrying out Human Rights Assessment Working within the immigration legal system in relation to age assessment, NRPF etc Requirements of the role: Qualified Social Worker Fully Social Work England registered 3 years post-qualified experience in employment of a local authority (DFE rules) Extensive experience in carrying out Merton Compliant Age Assessment Experience working with UASC and older asylum seekers understands the LAC process Experience in carrying out Human Rights Assessment Good knowledge how the immigration legal system works in relation to age assessment, NRPF etc Please apply online or contact Lindsey Morgan asap to discuss in more detail. We are offering £250 joining bonus for new starters with Reed. Alternatively, we are offering £300 if you refer a friend or colleague and they are placed successfully into this or any other QSW role.

Our client, Brent Council, is seeking an agency social worker to do project-style work, working on high-cost care packages. Pay rate £32 umbrella. This role will last 3-4 months initially. The role will involve the following: Complex work Care Act 2014 including eligibility, assessment and care planning Person-centred assessments Using Mosaic case management system Please let me know if you are interested? Or can you refer a friend for £300 if placed? Requirements of the role: Qualified Social Worker Fully Social Work England registered Must have significant post-qualified experience in adult social care Strong background in managing complex social care cases In depth understanding of the Care Act 2014 and its statutory requirement including eligibility, assessment and care planning. Demonstratable ability to carry out person- centred assessments Please apply online or contact Lindsey Morgan asap to discuss in more detail. We are offering £250 joining bonus for new starters with Reed. Alternatively, we are offering £300 if you refer a friend or colleague and they are placed successfully into this or any other QSW role.