Location: Tamworth, West Midlands
Salary: £55,000 base + £6,000 annual bonus for Outstanding Ofsted rating
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead the launch and day-to-day operations of a new, 2-place residential home for young people aged 7–17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). This is a rare opportunity to shape a home from the ground up, working with a hands-on leadership team committed to your succes
Tasks
Lead the home in line with Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL).
Ensure the home is Ofsted-ready at all times, aiming for "Outstanding."
Oversee high-quality, person-centred care and a therapeutic, trauma-informed approach.
Recruit, train, and develop a committed team.
Manage rotas, admissions, audits, budgets, and day-to-day operations.
Build strong relationships with local authorities, social workers, and other stakeholders
Requirements
Essential:
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willing to complete within 12 months)
Level 3 or 4 in Residential Childcare already achieved
5+ years' experience in children's residential care
Minimum 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role
Strong understanding of safeguarding and regulatory compliance
Proven track record achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings
Desirable:
Additional training in therapeutic models or child psychology
Experience with children with EBD in solo or small group homes
Skills & Qualities:
Resilient, visionary, and committed to high-quality care
Strong leadership and people management skills
Full manual driving licence
Flexible to join the on-call rota
Ambition to grow into a multi-home leadership role
Benefits
35 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
£6,000 annual bonus for Outstanding Ofsted rating (£3,000 for Good)
Opportunity to increase base salary to £65,000 for dual-home responsibility
Loyalty bonus recognizing long-term commitment
Bupa private healthcare cover
Blue Light Card and discounts
Company pension scheme
Free on-site parking and gym membership
Access to confidential counselling and wellbeing support
Annual performance-based bonus
To apply, you must provide:
CV and cover letter
Passport copy
DBS certificate copy
Share code (if you are not a British passport holder) to verify right to work in the UK
Please note: No sponsorship is available. Applicants must have existing legal right to work in the UK.