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Brand New Children’s Home | 3–4 Bed
Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Manager or an ambitious Deputy Manager ready to take the next step to lead a newly established children’s residential home.
This is a rare opportunity to open, register, and shape a home from the ground up, embedding high standards of safeguarding, care, and child-centred practice from day one. You will be fully supported throughout the registration and development process and given the autonomy to build a strong, values-led service.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead or support the Ofsted registration process and maintain ongoing compliance
* Ensure the home meets the Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
* Provide strong leadership, supervision, and development to the staff team
* Promote positive behaviour support and trauma-informed care
* Ensure safeguarding and safer recruitment practices are robust and embedded
* Build positive relationships with children, families, and external professionals
* Confidently support and lead the home through Ofsted inspections
* Drive continuous improvement to achieve high-quality outcomes
About You
You will:
* Hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) or equivalent (or be working towards)
* Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a children’s residential setting within the last 5 years
* Be an existing Deputy Manager ready to progress, or an experienced Registered Manager
* Demonstrate strong knowledge of Ofsted frameworks and regulatory requirements
* Be confident in supporting the opening and development of a new service
* Be resilient, child-focused, and values-led in your approach
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
* Full support and mentoring through the Ofsted registration process
* A genuine opportunity to step up into a Registered Manager role
* The chance to shape policies, culture, and practice from the outset
* Supportive leadership and Responsible Individual
* Ongoing training, coaching, and professional development
* The opportunity to make a real and lasting difference from day one
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