Registered Children's Home Manager (To start Immediately) Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application. *Location:* Woolhope, Worcestershire *Salary:* * *£45,000 – £55,000* (during Ofsted registration phase) * *£55,000 – £65,000* (upon successful Ofsted registration) * *Up to 15% performance-related bonus* *Contract:* Full-time, Permanent *Status:* *Pre-registration appointment (Ofsted application submitted / in progress)* About the Service Woolhope Children's Home is a *new, specialist children's residential service* in Woolhope, Worcestershire, being developed as a *small, therapeutic 2-bed home* for children aged *8–17* with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and trauma-related needs. The service is designed around a *trauma-informed, attachment-aware model*, operating with a *2:1 staffing ratio*, and is currently progressing through the *Ofsted registration process*. The Role We are seeking an experienced *Registered Children's Home Manager (Designate)* to lead the service through *Ofsted registration* and prepare the home for safe, compliant opening. This role will involve shaping the service from the ground up — policies, staffing, systems, culture and practice — and then transitioning into the Registered Manager role once registration is granted. Key Responsibilities * Lead and support the service through the *Ofsted registration process* * Prepare for and attend *Fit Person interviews* * Finalise policies, procedures and Statement of Purpose * Recruit, induct and develop the staff team * Establish safeguarding systems, care planning and quality assurance frameworks * Liaise professionally with Ofsted, commissioners and multi-agency partners * Ensure full compliance with the *Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015* and Quality Standards About You You will: * Hold (or be working towards) the *Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare* * Have experience as a *Registered Manager or Deputy Manager* in a children's residential setting * Be confident in safeguarding, regulation and trauma-informed practice * Have experience supporting or leading *Ofsted registration* (desirable) * Be motivated by building a high-quality service rather than running large occupancy What We Offer * Competitive *two-stage salary structure* linked to registration * *Performance-related bonus* of up to 15% * Opportunity to build and lead a *high-quality specialist service from inception* * Supportive Responsible Individual and provider oversight * Long-term development and progression opportunities Important Information This is a *pre-registration appointment*. The service is *not yet operational* and will only open once Ofsted registration has been granted. How to Apply If you are an experienced Registered Manager (or a strong Deputy ready to step up) and are excited by the opportunity to build a service properly from day one, we would welcome your application. xohmjla Apply via Indeed or contact us for an informal discussion. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £45,000.00-£65,000.00 per year