Registered Manager – Children’s Home (EBD) – Solihull (B28)
Salary: £65,000 – £70,000 + performance bonus
We are recruiting an experienced and compliance-driven Registered Manager to lead a 4-bed EBD/LD children’s home in Solihull (B28). This is a well-established service with 2 residents already in placement, requiring a confident leader who can maintain stability, drive quality, and ensure excellent outcomes.
Why this role?
* A stable, established home with strong foundations
* Supportive SMT who invest in their managers
* Competitive salary + clear progression pathway
What we’re looking for
You must demonstrate absolute strength in regulatory knowledge and a proven track record of working within high-quality Ofsted-regulated children’s homes.
Essential requirements:
* Minimum 6+ months working within an Ofsted-registered children’s home
* Direct involvement in Ofsted inspections, with ability to provide URNs and inspection outcomes
* Strong understanding of Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, safeguarding frameworks, and risk management
* Level 5 Leadership & Management (or working towards)
* Ability to lead, inspire, and develop staff teams
* Confident in creating a child-centred, trauma-informed environment
Key responsibilities
* Lead and develop the team to deliver high-quality care and safeguarding
* Maintain regulatory compliance and prepare for inspections
* Work closely with local authorities, social workers, and external partners
* Manage budgets, rota planning, and placement stability
* Ensure each child’s care plan is delivered with consistency, compassion, and therapeutic focus
If you’re an experienced RM (or strong Deputy ready for progression) with the regulatory strength and inspection experience to maintain excellence in a stable service, we’d love to hear from you. deborah.hunter@cpl.com