Registered Childrens Home Manager EBD (3-Bed)

Location: London UB4

Pay:£50,000- £100,000per year

Job description:

About Us

Our client arean experienced provider of high-quality supported accommodation, already operating several Ofsted-registered semi-independent (16+) services across London. Theyare now opening our first residential childrens home in Hillingdon a brand-new 3-bed home for children aged 717 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This is a rare opportunity to joinat the very beginning, playing a key role in shaping the home and leading it through Ofsted registration with full backing from a supportive, established leadership team.

The Role

We are urgently seeking a passionate, driven and experienced Registered Manager who can:

• Take responsibility for leading our new childrens home through the Ofsted registration process without delay (all policies and documents are already in place).
• Hold and maintain Ofsted registration as the Registered Manager, ensuring the home operates fully in line with regulations.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the home, providing a safe, nurturing and structured environment for children with EBD.
• Lead, motivate and support a team of residential support workers, embedding a child-centred and therapeutic approach.
• Develop and monitor care plans and risk assessments that reflect the holistic needs of each young person.
• Ensure high standards of safeguarding, compliance and quality assurance, meeting and exceeding National Minimum Standards.
• Build strong relationships with parents, carers, local authorities and external professionals.
• Manage budgets, staffing and resources efficiently to ensure long-term sustainability of the home.

Requirements

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare(or equivalent essential).
• Minimum 2 years experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in a childrens residential setting.
• Strong understanding of EBD, trauma-informed care, safeguarding and regulatory compliance.
• Track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible and resilient, able to respond to complex needs and emergency situations.
• Full UK driving licence (preferred).

What We Offer

• Base salary of £50,000, with a highly competitiveOn Target Earnings (OTE) of £70,000+through performance-related incentives and profit share.
• Long-term incentive options, including the potential for equity/profit share for outstanding candidates.
• Career-defining opportunity to register, open and shape a brand-new childrens home.
• Ongoing training, professional development and leadership support.
• 28 days holiday (including bank holidays), increasing with service.
• Company pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Company car (subject to terms).
• Casual dress policy.
• Regular company events and team building.
• Discounted or free meals on shift.
• A supportive, forward-thinking organisation committed to staff wellbeing and progression.

Why Join Our Client?

Unlike many providers, theyare offering a genuine opportunity to go beyond a management role. For the right candidate, this position includes the chance to grow with them, share in theirsuccess and make a lasting difference to young peoples lives. Youll have the support of an experienced senior leadership team and the resources of a proven provider, but with the freedom to put your own stamp on a brand-new service.

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