Are you ready to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact?
We believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing home where they can thrive.This is your opportunity to shape a new service from the ground up, create a high-performing team, and deliver life-changing outcomes for children and young people aged 8-17 with trauma, SEND, and complex emotional needs.
Key Responsibilities
* Register and lead a new children's home in line with Ofsted and Children's Homes Regulations 2015
* Recruit, train, and manage a trauma-informed staff team
* Drive high standards of care, safety, and compliance
* Create and embed a positive, supportive culture where children feel valued and heard
* Work collaboratively with families, local authorities, and external professionals
* Manage budgets and maintain a warm, homely, and high-quality living environment
You'll Need To Have:
* Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent)
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or be working towards it)
* Minimum 2 years' experience in a residential children's care setting
* Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment, and care planning
* Leadership experience and a track record of building effective teams
* A full UK driving licence and access to a car
Desirable Experience:
* Prior registration as a Registered Manager with Ofsted
* Experience setting up new services or homes
* Knowledge of trauma-informed, therapeutic, or SEND-focused care
* Local authority partnership or commissioning background
What You'll Get:
* Competitive salary with on-call enhancements
* Full support through Ofsted registration process
* Ongoing CPD and leadership training
* The chance to lead and shape a service from day one
* Supportive leadership team and values-driven culture
Be part of something meaningful.
If you're a confident leader who wants to make a real difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you.
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