Job Description

Registered Children's Home Manager

Location:

Bedford

Employment Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Salary:

Competitive (dependent on experience)

Home Type:

2-bed EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties)

We are looking for a dedicated and experienced

Registered Children's Home Manager

to lead the launch and management of a brand-new residential children's home in Bedford. This is a rare and exciting opportunity to be involved from the very beginning -- shaping the home's ethos, building the team, and creating a safe, supportive environment where children and young people can thrive.

About the Role

Working closely with the Responsible Individual, you will play a central role in setting up the home in line with Ofsted requirements. You will lead staff recruitment, develop policies and procedures, and ensure the home operates to the highest standards of care and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the registration and setup of the children's home Recruit, train, and manage a high-performing care team Ensure full compliance with Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards Promote a trauma-informed, child-centred approach to care Oversee the day-to-day management of a 2-bed EBD home Monitor and drive positive outcomes for children and young people Manage budgets, resources, and reporting systems Build and maintain a strong, values-led team culture

Requirements

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (Children and Young People's Residential Management) or working towards Minimum of 2 years' recent experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager/Team Leader in a children's residential home Strong understanding of trauma-informed care, attachment theory, and systemic practice Proven leadership and team-building skills Thorough knowledge of Ofsted standards and regulatory frameworks

Why Join Us?

This is more than a management role - it's a chance to help build something meaningful from the ground up. You will have the autonomy to shape the home's culture and practice, backed by a committed and supportive senior leadership team.

If you are passionate about delivering outstanding care and making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now

with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 45,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company events Company pension On-site parking
Experience:

Residential Childcare Leadership: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

NVQ 5 Leadership and Management (preferred) NVQ 3 Residential Childcare (or equivalent) (required) Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: In person