Registered Manager Children’s Home

Job Description:

Registered Manager- IMMEDIATE START

No Sponsorship 

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Manager to lead and register a new children’s residential home supporting up to four young people with emotional and/or behavioural difficulties (EBD).

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a new service, shape its development, and build a therapeutic, child-centred environment from the ground up. The home will operate with high staffing ratios and follow a care model informed by Dyadic Developmental Practice (DDP).

You will be supported by a core team of a Deputy Manager and three Senior Support Workers, ensuring strong leadership on every shift and shared responsibility in administration and operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Register and manage the home in line with Ofsted requirements

• Ensure the delivery of high-quality, trauma-informed care

• Recruit, develop, and lead a motivated and skilled staff team

• Ensure all safeguarding, compliance, and health & safety standards are met

• Foster a warm, structured, and supportive environment that enables young people to thrive

• Build strong working relationships with external agencies, families, and stakeholders

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in an Ofsted-registered children’s home

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)

• Level 4 Diploma for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

• In-depth knowledge of safeguarding, legislation, and Ofsted frameworks

• A strong, therapeutic approach with a focus on emotional well-being and behavioural support

• Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills

We also welcome applications from experienced Deputy Managers who are ready to progress and are currently working towards their Level 5 qualification.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary up to £70,000 per year (depending on experience)

• Performance-related bonuses

• £4,000 bonus upon OFSTED registration 

• £4,500 bonus for achieving a “Good” or “Outstanding” Ofsted rating

• £1,000 bonus upon welcoming the first child into the home

• Opportunity for salary increase after 12 months and/or on successful dual registration of a second home

• Career progression opportunities

• Shared on-call rota with the Deputy Manager and Senior Team

• Weekly onsite support from RI

• Ongoing support from the Directors

• Freedom to shape and personalise the home, including décor and environment

• Referral bonuses

• Free onsite parking

• No weekend working

• Company pension scheme

• Generous holiday allowance, with opportunities to increase over time

• Clear pathways for career progression and development

• A supportive leadership team and a meaningful, purpose-driven role

Why Join Us?

We are passionate about delivering life-changing care. We understand that children and young people thrive when supported by consistent, compassionate adults who are invested in their growth. That is why we are equally committed to supporting the wellbeing, development, and long-term success of our team.

This is your opportunity to lead from the start and make a lasting impact.