London, E11 - £60,000 - £75,000
Overview
* Opportunity to register and lead two brand-new children's homes (3-bed & 4-bed) supporting young people with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
* Key role in service setup, registration, and establishing high-quality care provision in line with Ofsted standards
* Progression opportunity to oversee dual homes with increased salary and responsibility
Salary & Package
* Starting salary from £54,000 (during registration of one home)
* Increasing up to £75,000 when managing two homes
* Structured salary scale based on experience and qualifications
Key Requirements
* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (essential)
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (essential)
* Minimum 2 years' experience at supervisory level within an Ofsted-regulated children's home
* Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, Children's Homes Quality Standards, and safeguarding
* Experience in home registration, or readiness to lead a new service through registration (desirable)
* Full UK Driving Licence (strongly preferred)
Key Responsibilities
* Lead the registration of new children's homes with Ofsted
* Develop policies, procedures, and care frameworks aligned with regulatory standards
* Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing staff team
* Ensure high standards of safeguarding, care delivery, and compliance
* Build positive relationships with stakeholders, including local authorities and external professionals
* Oversee care planning, risk management, and outcomes for young people
* Drive continuous improvement and achieve positive Ofsted outcomes
Salary description
£60000.00 - £75000.00 per year