Location: Walsall
Salary: £55,000–£60,000 per annum (DOE), plus performance-related package (details discussed at shortlist stage)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time
Our client is seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Manager to lead the launch of a brand-new 2-bed children's residential home in Walsall, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
This is an exciting opportunity to establish a high-quality service from the ground up, leading the home through Ofsted registration and the initial inspection, recruiting and developing a committed staff team, and creating a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where children can thrive.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the home through Ofsted registration and the first inspection.
* Ensure full compliance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
* Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing residential care team.
* Promote a child-centred, trauma-informed culture that delivers positive outcomes.
* Oversee safeguarding, care planning, risk management, and behaviour support.
* Monitor quality assurance systems, including Regulation 44 and Regulation 45 processes.
* Manage budgets, staffing, rotas, and occupancy in line with organisational objectives.
* Build positive relationships with local authorities, Ofsted, families, and external professionals.
* Drive continuous improvement to achieve and maintain a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating.
Person Specification
Essential
* Current Ofsted Registered Manager or an experienced Deputy Manager ready to progress into registration.
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).
* Experience supporting children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
* Strong knowledge of the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, safeguarding, Regulation 44/45 processes, and safer recruitment.
* Proven leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
* Enhanced DBS check.
* Full UK driving licence and ability to commute to Walsall.
Desirable
* Demonstrable contribution to achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes.
* Experience opening or developing new children's residential services.
* Knowledge of therapeutic and trauma-informed models of care.
* What We Offer
* Competitive salary of £55,000–£60,000 (dependent on experience).
* Performance-related package (details discussed during the recruitment process).
* Opportunity to shape and lead a brand-new children's home from its inception.
* Ongoing professional development and career progression.
* Supportive leadership and the opportunity to make a lasting difference to the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
* If you are passionate about delivering outstanding residential childcare and are ready to lead a new service with ambition, integrity, and compassion, we would love to hear from you.
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Salary description
£55000.00 - £60000.00 per year