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Action for Children

Registered Manager

LocationLondon Borough of Hackney
SetupOn-site
LevelSenior
Posted22m ago
Apply by2026-07-27
Programs & Operations

Quick answer

Action for Children is hiring a Registered Manager in the London Borough of Hackney offering £55,000 per annum plus on-call allowance to lead the development and launch of a new trauma-informed children's home.

Role
Registered Manager
Organization
Action for Children
Location
London Borough of Hackney
Work setup
On-site
Level
Senior
Compensation
£55,000 per annum (willing to exceed for exceptional candidates) plus £1200 on-call allowance
Category
Programs & Operations
Apply by
2026-07-27

The role

Action for Children is seeking a Registered Manager to lead the development and launch of a new trauma-informed therapeutic children’s home in Hackney. The role involves building a dynamic team, ensuring high standards of care, and securing OFSTED registration. The manager will work closely with leadership and local stakeholders to provide a safe, nurturing environment for children.

What you'll do

  • Lead the development process and launch of a new children’s home
  • Recruit and lead a dynamic workforce
  • Set values and principles in line with national standards and local partnership goals
  • Ensure high-quality care for trauma-informed children
  • Liaise with stakeholders, community, and other agencies

What it takes

  • Management experience in trauma-informed children's residential care
  • Level 5 qualification (e.g., Diploma in Leadership and management of Residential Childcare)
  • Experience working with children at risk of criminal exploitation and sexual abuse
  • Proven track record of Good or Outstanding OFSTED ratings
  • Ability to build and sustain a resilient team

What you'll bring

Trauma-informed careTeam leadership and recruitmentStakeholder engagementOFSTED complianceAnti-racism advocacyCrisis management

How we treat you

Over 7 weeks inclusive paid leave, Wellbeing Day per year, Cycle to work scheme, professional training opportunities, flexible maternity/paternity/parenting packages, up to 5% employer contribution and life assurance cover, Blue Light Card eligibility.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The role is based in the London Borough of Hackney.

How to apply

Apply directly on Action for Children's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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