Registered Manager — Children’s EBD Residential Home (4 beds)

Registered Manager — Children’s EBD Residential Home (4 beds)

Birmingham | £50,000 – £60,000 DOE

Why this role stands out

You will open and run a brand-new four-bed home for children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties. From day one you shape the culture, set the standards, and build a place where young people feel safe and valued. Senior leaders back your decisions and give you the resources you need to achieve a first-time Good or Outstanding rating.

What you will do

• Secure Ofsted registration and lead every inspection with confidence.

• Recruit, mentor, and motivate a close-knit staff team so every shift runs smoothly.

• Write and review individual care plans that capture each child’s needs and ambitions.

• Keep records, medication systems, safeguarding practice, and policies fully compliant with Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.

• Build strong links with families, schools, health professionals, and local authorities.

• Manage budgets, rotas, and training so the home stays safe and sustainable.

• Act as the on-call decision-maker when serious incidents occur.

What you bring

• Recent experience running a children’s residential home or working as a Deputy ready for step-up.

• Up-to-date knowledge of the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and the Ofsted inspection framework.

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or a clear plan to finish it soon).

• Calm, decisive leadership when situations become challenging.

• Clear communication with young people, colleagues, and external partners.

• A background in social work, youth work, mental health, or similar care settings is welcome.

Rewards and support

• Competitive salary up to £60,000 with annual review.

• Performance-related bonus.

• 33 days leave including bank holidays.

• Funded professional development and further qualifications.

• Private healthcare and employee assistance programme.

• Relocation allowance for the right candidate.

• Genuine autonomy backed by an experienced senior team.

Ready to apply?

Send your CV with a short cover note explaining why this opportunity excites you. Interviews will be arranged as applications arrive, so early interest is encouraged.

Take the lead, set the bar high, and watch young lives change for the better.