Job Title: Ofsted Registered Manager– Children’s Residential Care Home (EBD) Salary: £40k-£60k depending on experience Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent About Us: We are committed to providing a safe, nurturing environment for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). We focus on helping young people develop life skills, resilience, and independence. With a dedicated team and therapeutic approach, we aim to create a homely environment where each child feels valued and supported. Job Overview: We are looking for a passionate and experienced Ofsted Registered Manager to lead our children’s residential care home. The ideal candidate will have a deep commitment to safeguarding, high standards of care, and a proactive approach to meeting Ofsted requirements. This role involves overseeing the day-to-day operations, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering a positive, therapeutic environment. KeyResponsibilities: Regulatory Compliance: Ensure the home meets Ofsted standards, Children’s Homes Regulations, and other legal requirements. Prepare for inspections and maintain accurate records. Safeguarding and Child Protection: Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring all policies arestrictly followed to protect children’s safety and well-being. Staff Leadership: Lead recruitment, training, and development of care staff, providing regular supervision, performance reviews, and mentoring. Individualized Care Planning: Develop and monitor personalized care plans in coordinationwith therapeutic and educational professionals to meet each child’s unique needs. Creating a Positive Environment: Foster a warm, family-like atmosphere, encouraging children’s social, emotional, and personal development. Resource and Budget Management: Oversee financial resources, ensuring efficient use of budgets to maintain high-quality care. Behaviour and Crisis Management: Implement positive behaviour management techniques and handle crises calmly, supporting staff in challenging situations. Qualifications&Skills: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or willingness to achieve this). Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a children’s residential setting, with at least 2 years in a managerial role. Strong knowledge of safeguarding, Children’s Homes Regulations, and Ofsted requirements. Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Compassionate, resilient, and committed to achieving positive outcomes for children. What We Offer: Competitive salary with performance-related bonuses Comprehensive training and career development opportunities Support from a dedicated multi-disciplinary team Employee wellbeing programs If you are a proactive leader dedicated to providingoutstanding care and making a meaningful difference in children’s lives, we invite you to