Location: Dudley, West Midlands
Salary: £52,000 per annum + Performance Bonus
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
Lead, Build and Shape a Brand-New Children's Home
Are you an experienced children's residential leader looking for the opportunity to create something exceptional from the very beginning?
We are recruiting a Registered Manager for a brand-new 2-bed Children's Residential Home in Dudley, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
This is a rare opportunity to take ownership of a new service, recruit and develop your own team, establish a positive culture, and create a home where children can feel safe, supported, and empowered to achieve their full potential.
As the founding Registered Manager, your leadership will be instrumental in shaping every aspect of the home's success. We are looking for someone who is passionate about delivering outstanding care, committed to achieving excellent outcomes for children, and excited by the challenge of building a service from the ground up.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary of £52,000 per annum
* Performance bonus scheme rewarding service excellence and achievement of key operational and quality objectives
* Opportunity to lead and develop a brand-new service from registration through to full operation
* Supportive and experienced senior leadership team
* Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities
* The autonomy to build and shape your own team and service culture
* A rewarding role where you can make a genuine and lasting difference to young people's lives
Your Responsibilities
* Lead the registration and opening of the home with Ofsted
* Recruit, manage, motivate, and develop a high-performing residential care team
* Create a warm, nurturing, and child-centred environment
* Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, safeguarding legislation, and company policies
* Develop effective care plans, risk assessments, and placement strategies that promote positive outcomes
* Monitor service quality and drive continuous improvement
* Manage budgets, staffing, occupancy, and operational performance
* Build strong relationships with local authorities, social workers, families, and external professionals
* Work towards achieving and maintaining a "Good" or "Outstanding" Ofsted rating
About You
You will be a confident and inspirational leader with a strong track record in children's residential care and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of vulnerable young people.
Essential Requirements
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
* Experience working within a children's residential setting
* Previous experience as a Registered Manager, Deputy Manager, or in a senior leadership role within a children's home
* Strong understanding of Ofsted requirements, Children's Homes Regulations, and Quality Standards
* Proven ability to lead teams and deliver high-quality care
* Excellent communication, organisational, and decision-making skills
* Full UK driving licence
Join Us at the Start of an Exciting Journey
If you are looking for more than just another management role and want the opportunity to build, lead, and grow a service that truly makes a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and become the driving force behind a new home dedicated to helping children and young people achieve brighter futures
Salary description
£52000.00 - £52000.00 per year