Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home (LD & EBD)
Location: Market Drayton (TF9)
Salary: £55,000 – £68,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role
We are recruiting for an experienced and motivated Registered Manager to lead the opening and development of a new children’s residential home in Market Drayton supporting young people with Learning Disabilities (LD) and Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader who has previous experience opening and successfully registering a new children’s home with Ofsted. You will work alongside an experienced and supportive Responsible Individual (RI) and wider leadership team committed to creating high-quality, child-centred care environments.
The organisation is focused on building stable, nurturing homes where children can thrive, while also ensuring managers are well-supported operationally and professionally.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the registration and opening process for the new children’s home with Ofsted
- Develop and implement policies, procedures, and operational systems
- Create a positive, therapeutic, and child-focused culture within the home
- Recruit, lead, supervise, and develop a high-performing staff team
- Ensure compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
- Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people at all times
- Manage placements, care planning, risk management, and outcomes for young people
- Maintain excellent relationships with local authorities, professionals, and stakeholders
- Work collaboratively with the RI and senior leadership team to develop the service
Essential Requirements
- Previous experience as a Registered Manager within a children’s residential setting
- Must have successfully opened and/or registered a new children’s home with Ofsted
- Strong understanding of LD and EBD support needs
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Proven knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding practices
- Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills
- Full UK driving licence
- Right to work in the UK
What’s on Offer
- Salary between £55,000 – £68,000 depending on experience
- Supportive and experienced senior leadership team
- Opportunity to shape and develop a new service from the ground up
- Ongoing professional development and career progression
- Positive working culture with operational support
- Opportunity to make a genuine impact in young people’s lives
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £55,000.00-£68,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
