Job Description

Registered Manager Wanted - Open our next Ofsted Children's Residential Home

Location:

EN7 (Waltham Cross)

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent

Salary:

Competitive, with structured pay progression linked to development and performance

Lead the opening of a brand-new therapeutic children's residential home in Waltham Cross.

We are seeking a skilled, motivated and visionary Registered Manager to open, register and lead a new Ofsted-registered therapeutic children's residential home for young people aged 10-17. This is a rare opportunity to shape a home from its earliest stages, creating the culture, systems and standards that will support long-term stability and exceptional outcomes.

As part of a growing organisation, the successful candidate will also have future opportunities for dual registration, overseeing an additional children's home as the service expands. This role is ideal for leaders progressing toward multi-home management, Responsible Individual roles, or senior operational leadership.

Lead the Opening of a New Children's Home

Take responsibility for Ofsted registration, commissioning, staffing, and launch readiness. Influence every stage of development, from policies and systems to culture, practice, and environmental design.

Build and Shape the Home's Ethos

Lead the development of a therapeutic, trauma-informed residential care model. Work with senior leaders while having genuine autonomy to design and implement high-quality practice.

Future Progression Opportunities

Potential for dual registration as the organisation opens additional homes. Clear pathways into multi-home management, Operational Manager, or Responsible Individual positions.

Professional Development and Leadership Growth

Funded qualifications, advanced training, and leadership coaching. Supportive, reflective and values-led organisational culture.

About the New Home

Located in Waltham Cross (EN7), this new therapeutic children's residential home is designed to provide emotional safety, stability and high-quality care for young people aged 10-17 that require support with Emotional Behavioural Difficulties.

As the Founding Registered Manager, you will lead the home through:

Ofsted registration and compliance setup Recruitment and onboarding of the staff team Policy development and implementation Trauma-informed practice development Pre-registration visits and full inspections
Your leadership will directly shape the home's culture and long-term success.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the pre-registration and post-registration process with Ofsted. Recruit, develop and inspire a brand-new residential care team. Establish robust operational systems, policies, and quality frameworks. Embed trauma-informed, relationship-based care and therapeutic practice. Ensure full compliance with Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards. Oversee rotas, staffing levels, budgets and resource planning. Develop strong safeguarding, risk management, and behaviour support procedures. Lead the home through Ofsted inspections and ongoing quality assurance. Build effective relationships with local authorities, social workers and families. Contribute to service expansion, including pathways to dual registration.

What We're Looking For

Experience as a Registered Manager, or a Deputy Manager in an

Ofsted Registered Children's Home

ready to step into a commissioning role -

ESSENTIAL

Minimum two years' leadership experience within children's residential care. Strong record of safeguarding, compliance, and high-quality practice. Confidence in leading a home through setup, registration and early inspections. Level 5 Leadership and Management (or willingness to complete). Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills. Commitment to therapeutic, trauma-informed residential care. Ambition to grow with the organisation, including future multi-home management.

What You'll Receive

Competitive salary with structured pay progression. Fully funded qualifications and leadership development. Opportunity to lead a new home from inception through registration and launch. Clear progression into dual registration and multi-home management roles. Reflective supervision, wellbeing support and ongoing CPD. Supportive, collaborative and values-led organisational culture. A role where your leadership will have lasting impact on young people and a developing service.

Apply Today

If you are an ambitious residential childcare leader excited by the opportunity to open and manage a new children's home, and motivated by future progression into dual registration, we would welcome your application. Please submit your CV and a short cover letter outlining your leadership experience and your vision for high-quality residential childcare.

All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 45,000.00-60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Employee discount Life insurance On-site parking
Experience:

Ofsted supervisory level: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred) DBS on the Update Service (preferred)
Work Location: In person