Childrens Home Manager

Registered Manager - 2 Bed Residential Children's Home (EBD)

Location: Thurrock, Essex

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Manager (or highly experienced Deputy Manager) to lead the setup of a new 2-bed residential children's home in Aveley. The service will support up to two young people (any gender) aged 10-17 on admission with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This home is at pre-Ofsted application stage. The successful candidate will lead the SC1 submission and play a key role in shaping the culture, values, and operational foundations of the home from the outset.

Salary and Benefits

• 60,000 basic salary per annum.

• Performance-based bonuses linked to Ofsted outcomes and occupancy levels.

• 40 hours per week plus on-call responsibilities.

• Administrative support provided throughout the Ofsted registration process.

• Opportunity to shape and lead a new service from inception.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Ofsted registration process, including SC1 submission.

• Develop policies, procedures, and establish a strong therapeutic, child-centred culture.

• Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations and safeguarding standards.

• Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing staff team.

• Oversee care planning and promote positive outcomes for young people.

• Undertake on-call duties as required.

Requirements

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Residential Childcare) - essential.

• Previous Registered Manager experience with a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating.

• Experience in commissioning a new children's home is highly desirable.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.