Registered Children's Home Manager

Registered Children’s Home Manager – EBD (3-Bed) Location: London UB4 Pay: £50,000 - £100,000 per year Job description: About Us Our client are an experienced provider of high-quality supported accommodation, already operating several Ofsted-registered semi-independent (16+) services across London. They are now opening our first residential children’s home in Hillingdon – a brand-new 3-bed home for children aged 7–17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). This is a rare opportunity to join at 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 children’s 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 children’s 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 competitive On 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 children’s 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, they are 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 their success and make a lasting difference to young people’s lives. You’ll 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