Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced, compassionate, and resilient

Registered Manager

to lead our

EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) Children's Home

. This is a key leadership role responsible for ensuring the delivery of

exceptional, trauma-informed care

for children and young people with complex emotional and behavioural needs.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong leadership capability, in-depth knowledge of children's residential care, and a commitment to creating a

safe, structured, and nurturing environment

where young people can stabilise, develop, and thrive.

This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful and lasting difference in the lives of children and their families, while ensuring full compliance with

Ofsted regulations

,

Quality Standards

, and best practice in children's residential care.

Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Management

Act as the

Registered Manager with Ofsted

for the EBD children's home Provide strong, consistent, and inspirational leadership to the staff team Promote a positive, trauma-informed, and child-centred culture Recruit, supervise, appraise, and develop staff to deliver high-quality care
Care & Safeguarding

Ensure the safety, wellbeing, and emotional stability of all children and young people Oversee the development and implementation of

individualised care plans

, behaviour support plans, and risk assessments Lead behaviour management strategies that promote positive relationships and emotional regulation Ensure safeguarding concerns are identified, recorded, and acted upon appropriately
Quality & Compliance

Ensure full compliance with the

Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015

and

Quality Standards

Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections, striving for

Good or Outstanding

outcomes Maintain high standards of record keeping, reporting, and documentation Ensure policies and procedures are implemented effectively in daily practice
Health, Education & Multi-Agency Working

Work closely with Local Authorities, education providers, healthcare professionals, and therapists Ensure children's health, emotional wellbeing, and educational needs are met Support access to therapeutic, educational, and community-based services
Operational & Financial Oversight

Manage rotas, staffing levels, and resources effectively Oversee budgets and ensure responsible financial management Monitor incidents, trends, and outcomes to drive service improvement
Person SpecificationEssential

Significant experience within

children's residential care

, including EBD settings Previous experience as a

Registered Manager or Deputy Manager

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

(or working towards) Strong knowledge of

Ofsted regulations, Quality Standards, and inspection frameworks

Excellent safeguarding knowledge and decision-making skills Ability to lead calmly and confidently in challenging situations
Desirable

Previous experience managing an

EBD or complex needs children's home

Trauma-informed or therapeutic care training Experience achieving

Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes

What We Offer

Competitive salary package Ongoing professional development and leadership training Supportive senior management and Responsible Individual Opportunity to shape and develop a high-quality EBD service A values-led organisation committed to positive outcomes for children
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 42,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person