About The Role
An exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to oversee the operation of two 2‑bed EBD children’s homes located approximately one mile apart in the New Milton area.
Location: New Milton, Hampshire
Salary: GBP 50,000 – 55,000 DOE
Hours: Full Time – 40 hours per week
Service: 2 × 2‑bed EBD Children’s Homes
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the day:to:day operations of both childrens homes
* Ensure compliance with the Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards (2015)
* Promote positive outcomes and high standards of emotional and physical care for young people
* Develop and maintain effective care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding practices
* Build positive relationships with young people, families, professionals, and external agencies
* Provide strong leadership, motivation, and development to the staff teams
* Conduct supervisions, appraisals, and performance management
* Lead recruitment and ensure robust safer recruitment practices are followed
* Oversee staff training and development to ensure high‑quality practice
* Monitor incidents, identify lessons learned, and implement service improvements
* Manage budgets, resources, and ensure the homes remain safe and well maintained
* Participate in the on‑call rota and provide leadership support when required
* Ensure policies, procedures, and safeguarding standards are fully implemented
Requirements
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (Essential)
* Previous experience within children’s residential care
* Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding procedures
* Experience supporting children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
* Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
* Ability to lead and inspire teams to achieve positive outcomes
* Full UK Driving Licence preferred
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary of GBP 50,000 – 55,000 DOE
* Opportunity to manage small therapeutic homes with strong support
* Career progression opportunities
* Supportive senior leadership structure
* Ongoing training and professional development
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