Registered Manager – Children’s Residential (EBD)

Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 per annum
Location: Vale of Belvoir
Setting: 4-Bed Children’s Home (EBD)
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm (flexibility required)
Contract: Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking a committed and experienced Registered Manager to lead a 4-bed children’s home supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This is an excellent opportunity for either an experienced Registered Manager or a strong Deputy Manager ready to step up into their first Registered Manager position. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality care, ensuring regulatory compliance, and creating a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong, consistent leadership to the staff team

• Ensure full compliance with Ofsted and Children’s Homes Regulations 2015

• Maintain high standards of safeguarding, care, and emotional support

• Develop and oversee individualised care plans

• Manage the home’s day-to-day operations, budget, and resources

• Lead recruitment, supervision, and staff development

• Build positive relationships with social workers, families, and external professionals

• Ensure accurate record-keeping and inspection readiness

• Drive continuous improvement and positive outcomes for young people

About You

• Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Care (Level 5 desirable or willingness to work towards)

• Proven experience in a children’s residential setting

• Confident leader with strong knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted standards

• Organised, resilient, and committed to achieving the best outcomes for young people

• Full UK driving licence (manual) required

We welcome applications from experienced Deputy Managers ready to progress into their first Registered Manager role.

Working Pattern

• Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm (flexibility required)

• 169 contracted hours per month

• 7–10 sleep-ins per month (average)

• Deputy Managers work a 2 on / 4 off rolling rota

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary: £50,000 – £60,000

• Permanent contract (interim and temp-to-perm considered)

• Paid induction week (including Proactive Approaches restraint training)

• Accommodation provided during induction for candidates travelling over 1 hour 15 minutes

• Shadow shifts following induction

• Access to Level 5 qualification and Management Development Programme

• Bonus scheme linked to Ofsted ratings and occupancy

• Clear internal career progression pathway

• No uniform – smart, comfortable attire

Apply Today

📞 Call: 02380 118 223
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All applications are reviewed within 24 hours, and you will receive a response.