Registered Manager – Children’s Residential (EBD)

Salary: £52,000 – £62,000 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

• 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.