Children’s Registered Manager – Brand New 3-Bed EBD Home – Colchester Are you an experienced, passionate leader in children’s EBD care looking for your next big opportunity? Do you want to play a pivotal role in launching a brand new 3-bed specialist children’s residential home, supporting vulnerable young people with emotional behavioural difficulties in Colchester, with the full backing of a highly successful and values-driven family-run care provider? If so – this is your moment. The Opportunity: We’re working with a well-established, family-owned care provider known for exceptional outcomes in the elderly care sector. After years of success, they’re launching their first ever Children’s EBD home – and they’re looking for a Children’s Registered Manager who can lead from the front. This isn’t just a job – it’s a chance to shape a service from the ground up, set the standards, build your dream team, and have a real voice in the direction of the company’s growing children’s division. What You’ll Be Doing: Leading the registration and opening of a brand new, purpose-built 3-bed Children’s EBD home Driving quality, compliance, and person-centered care from day one Recruiting, mentoring, and developing your team Working closely with directors to shape future services Becoming a key figure in the organisation’s expansion into children’s services What We’re Looking For: Experience as a Registered Manager in children’s residential care Strong background in supporting children with Emotional Behavioural needs and challenging behaviours Excellent knowledge of Ofsted standards and regulatory requirements Inspirational leadership style with a hands-on approach Passionate about delivering high-quality, therapeutic and nurturing care What’s On Offer: £60,000 – £70,000 base salary (DOE) Performance bonuses and incredible progression potential Full backing from a highly experienced senior team Opportunity to grow with the company as it builds out more children's services A rare chance to lead something special – and make your mark from day one Ready to take the reins of something new, meaningful, and full of potential? Apply now or reach out in confidence for a confidential chat