Job Description
Safe Haven Talent is proud to be recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead a thriving 3-bed EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties) children’s home in Hatfield. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of an already successful service and continue shaping an environment where both young people and staff flourish.
You will lead with compassion, integrity and a strong safeguarding focus, ensuring every child receives exceptional, trauma-informed, child-centred care that meets their individual needs. Supported by a dedicated multidisciplinary clinical team—including psychologists, therapists, behavioural specialists and educational professionals—you will have the tools and guidance to support both your team and the children effectively.
As Registered Manager, you will:
* Provide dynamic leadership, ensuring the home delivers high-quality care, safeguarding and therapeutic support.
* Advocate for young people and staff, building a culture where safety, respect and aspiration are central.
* Oversee all operational functions, including care planning, compliance, staff supervision, training, team development and regulatory requirements.
* Drive continuous improvement across the home, maintaining Outstanding standards.
* Manage budgets, financial planning and resource allocation effectively.
* Develop your team through mentoring, coaching, and facilitating qualifications (including QCF Level 3).
* Ensure the home remains a warm, inclusive and resilient environment where young people feel safe, supported and valued.
Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
Experience & Sector-Specific Requirements
* Must have management experience within a children’s residential setting.
(Applications from adult services managers cannot be considered for regulatory reasons.)
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience working at Senior level or above within a similar children’s environment.
* Strong understanding of the needs of young people with EBD and trauma-related behaviours.
Qualifications
* Level 3 or 4 in Children & Young People’s Workforce (or equivalent).
* Achieved or working towards the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (Children & Young People).
Knowledge & Skills
* Strong knowledge of relevant legislation and regulation such as:
o The Children Act 1989
o Children’s Homes Regulations 2015
o Quality Standards
o Safeguarding procedures
* Basic financial management and budgeting skills are essential, including experience overseeing home budgets and cost allocation.
* Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
* Fully committed to delivering the best outcomes for children.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Ability to work flexibly, including participation in on-call rota.
Benefits
Our client offers a highly competitive package including:
* Salary: Up to £50,000
* Welcome Bonus: £5,000
* Retention Bonus: £5,000 (after 12 months)
* Bonus Scheme: 21% of annual salary
* Annual Leave: 32 days (including bank holidays)
* Structured career progression opportunities within a large, growing organisation
* Fully funded DBS checks and renewals
* Extensive training and development, supported by an award-winning L&D team
* Pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme providing wellbeing support
* Staff referral scheme – earn up to £500
* Monthly EPIC Awards recognising outstanding staff contributions
* Blue Light Card for retail, leisure and lifestyle discounts
Requirements
Requirements We’re looking for a dynamic leader who blends empathy with excellence, and who thrives on building something meaningful from the ground up. Essential: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager in an Ofsted-registered children’s home (EBD or similar). Proven track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings. Strong understanding of Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards (2015). Robust safeguarding knowledge and ability to implement effective systems and processes. Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills. Desirable: Experience supporting children with EBD, trauma, or attachment difficulties. Previous involvement in registering or setting up a new children’s home.