Ofsted Children's Residential Homes Manager

Job Title

Ofsted Children's Residential Homes Manager (EBD)

Leicester

Full-time

£65,000 (negotiable depending on experience – to be discussed at interview)

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead from the front and manage our children’s homes supporting young people aged 8–18 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). We welcome applications from experienced Registered Managers, as well as strong Deputy Managers ready to take the next step with full support.

Dual Home Leadership

• Oversee the day-to-day management of two EBD children’s homes (Birmingham & Leicester).
• Lead, support, and develop staff teams to provide a therapeutic, child-centred environment.
• Maintain full compliance with Ofsted and Children’s Homes Regulations.

Care & Support Delivery

• Design and manage personalised care plans meeting children’s emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs.
• Promote structure, emotional regulation, and preparation for adulthood in a safe, nurturing setting.

Safeguarding & Compliance

• Take overall responsibility for safeguarding across both homes.
• Ensure quality assurance through audits, incident reviews, and continuous improvement.

Staff Development & Culture

• Recruit, mentor, and train staff while promoting a trauma-informed, learning-focused culture.
• Ensure staff feel valued, supported, and professionally developed.

Multi-Agency Working

• Collaborate with local authorities, social workers, schools, health professionals, and families.
• Represent both homes in reviews, inspections, and multi-agency meetings.

Operational Management

• Manage rotas, staffing, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Ensure accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.

• Experience supporting young people with EBD/challenging behaviours.
• Proven management or strong deputy experience within children’s residential care.
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding law, Ofsted expectations, and Children’s Homes Regulations.
• Leadership, resilience, and decision-making skills to manage dual-site operations.

• Level 4 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Minimum 2 years in a senior role within children’s residential care.
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice.
• Full driving licence preferred.

• Lead two homes in a high-impact, rewarding role.
• Be part of a supportive, growing provider with a mission to transform lives.
• Shape consistent, therapeutic environments where children feel safe and supported.