We are urgently recruiting an Experienced Registered Children's home Manager or a Deputy Manager looking to step up for a reputable Children's residential home in Wiltshire.

Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home (EBD)

Devizes, Wiltshire

£55,000 – £75,000 + Relocation Support

Full-time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Registered Manager/ Deputy Manager looking to step up for a role where you can truly make a difference?

This is a rare opportunity to lead a well-established, Ofsted-rated Good children’s home that is not in crisis, but on a supported journey towards Outstanding.

You will have the autonomy to lead, the backing of a supportive senior team, and the chance to shape a service that genuinely transforms young lives.

The Role

As Registered Manager, you will take full leadership of a residential home supporting children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

Your responsibilities will include:

Leading, mentoring and developing the team.

Overseeing care plans and quality standards.

Managing staffing, rotas and budgets.

Ensuring Ofsted and regulatory compliance.

Carrying out audits and driving service improvement.

Working closely with families and professionals.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

At least 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager within the last 5 years.

Experience in an EBD residential setting.

Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.

Proven leadership experience.

A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare, or is working towards it.

Why Apply?

Stable, Good-rated home — not a turnaround project.

Clear pathway to Outstanding.

Supportive senior leadership team.

Relocation support available.

Company pension and on-site parking.

Competitive salary up to £75,000.

If you are ready to take the next step in your leadership career and want the right support around you, we would love to hear from you