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Children's Home Registered Manager
Company: Area Camden
Location: London
Specific Hours: 40 hours per week
Salary: Base salary £55,120 with the potential to earn up to £64,120 through bonuses

Area Camden has been an Ofsted-rated Outstanding and Good provider since 2014 click apply for full job details

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead a well-established 3-bed children's residential home in Nottingham, supporting young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD).

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected provider with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality care. The home has an experienced staff team, established processes, and offers a supportive senior management structure, allowing you to focus on achieving outstanding outcomes for the children in your care.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the home in line with Ofsted regulations and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015.
• Promote a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where young people can thrive.
• Ensure the home consistently delivers high standards of care and positive outcomes.
• Lead, motivate, supervise, and develop the staff team.
• Maintain compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and all regulatory requirements.
• Manage budgets, staffing levels, and occupancy effectively.
• Build positive relationships with local authorities, social workers, families, and external professionals.
• Drive continuous improvement and prepare the home for Ofsted inspections.
• Ensure all care plans, risk assessments, and documentation are completed to a high standard.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager or an experienced Deputy Manager ready to step into registration.
• Strong knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted requirements.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or be working towards it).
• A proven track record of achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A genuine passion for improving the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
• Full UK driving licence.

Registered Manager Children s Residential Care

Location: Warsop, Nottinghamshire
Salary: Up to £60,000 DOE + up to 10% performance bonus
Company: Represented exclusively by Diamond Search Recruitment

About the Role

Diamond Search Recruitment is proud to be working with a valued client to recruit an experienced and passionate Registered Manager for a children s residential care home.

This is a rewarding opportunity to lead a high-quality service supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs, mental health (CAMHS), trauma and attachment histories, and in some cases learning disabilities and autism.

The service will support young people transitioning from Tier 4 services, so experience in mental health support is essential.

Package & Benefits

Salary up to £60,000 (DOE)

Performance-related bonus of up to 10% (based on staff retention, Ofsted outcomes, and budget performance)

25 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing to 30 days + bank holidays)

40 hours per week + on-call responsibilities

4-week rolling rota

The Role

Reporting to the Operations Manager, you will take full responsibility for the leadership, development, and compliance of the home.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Management

• Lead the day-to-day running of the home
• Create a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment
• Manage, supervise, and develop a team of care staff
• Plan staffing rotas and ensure effective workforce management
• Promote positive culture, staff wellbeing, and retention
• Oversee safer recruitment processes

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations and standards
• Maintain robust policies, procedures, and quality assurance systems
• Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections
• Monitor performance, audits, and continuous improvement

Care & Support

• Develop and oversee individualised care plans
• Support young people with complex mental health needs
• Ensure therapeutic approaches for trauma and attachment
• Work collaboratively with families and external professionals

Safeguarding

• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead
• Promote safeguarding culture and best practice
• Respond to incidents and concerns appropriately

Team Development

• Provide supervision, training, and ongoing development
• Support staff to achieve qualifications and maintain standards
• Promote continuous professional learning

About You

Essential

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (or working towards)

Minimum 3 years experience supporting young people with:

Mental health needs (CAMHS)

Emotional and behavioural difficulties

Trauma and attachment

Learning disabilities and/or autism

Proven management experience within a residential care setting

Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations

Experience supporting young people transitioning from higher-level services

Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills

Desirable

Experience as an Ofsted Registered Manager or 2+ years as Deputy Manager

Additional training in mental health, therapeutic care, or SEND

Experience working with multi-agency teams

Personal Attributes

Compassionate, resilient, and emotionally intelligent

Strong advocate for young people

Calm and professional in challenging situations

High level of integrity and commitment to quality care

Apply Now

If you are an experienced care professional ready to take the next step in your leadership career, we would love to hear from you.

Diamond Search Recruitment is acting as an employment agency for this vacancy.
All applications will be handled in strict confidence.

Registered Manager Children's Residential Home (LD/EBD)

Location: Whalley Range, Manchester
Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 per annum (DOE)
Home Size: 2-Bed Children's Residential Home
Job Type: Full-time Permanent

• Competitive salary of £55,000 - £60,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
• Company pension
• Private medical insurance
• Referral bonus scheme
• Casual dress
• Discounted or free meals whilst on shift
• Company events
• Free on-site parking
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity to join an organisation during an exciting period of growth and rebrand

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 3 years' experience working within children's residential care
• Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager ready to step into registration
• Experience supporting children and young people with Learning Disabilities (LD) and/or Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and safeguarding legislation
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to motivate, develop and manage a high-performing team
• Experience managing budgets, staffing and service performance
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Child-centred approach with a passion for delivering outstanding outcomes
• Full UK Driving Licence

• Lead the day-to-day management and overall operation of a 2-bed children's residential home
• Hold responsibility for ensuring the home remains fully compliant with Ofsted regulations and statutory requirements
• Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, therapeutic and child-focused environment
• Lead, mentor and develop the staff team, promoting a positive and supportive culture
• Oversee recruitment, supervision, performance management and staff development
• Ensure effective safeguarding practices are embedded throughout the service
• Manage budgets, rotas and the overall operational performance of the home
• Develop and review care plans, risk assessments and placement plans to achieve positive outcomes
• Build and maintain strong working relationships with local authorities, social workers, families and other professionals
• Drive continuous improvement and prepare the home for Ofsted inspections
• Play a key role in shaping and developing the home's flexible service model during an exciting period of organisational growth

• This is a unique opportunity to lead a 2-bed children's home offering flexible provision for young people with Learning Disabilities (LD) and Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
• The organisation is currently undergoing an exciting period of growth and rebranding, providing the successful candidate with the opportunity to influence the future direction of the service.
• The successful applicant will be responsible for creating a positive culture, driving high standards of care and achieving the best possible outcomes for children and young people.
• All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and safer recruitment checks.

To apply for this exceptional opportunity please call Tabitha at Purosearch on (phone number removed) or send your CV direct to (url removed)

Ready to open a new children s home? Join this well established, growing organisation in 2026 to develop as a Registered Children s Home Manager!

• Job Title: Registered Children s Home Manager
• Home Type: Brand-New 2 Bedded EBD Children s Home
• Location: Wolverhampton, West Midlands
• Basic Salary: Up to £55,000 p/a
• Market Leading Five Figure Bonus Scheme
• Dedicated Head Office, HR, Compliance and Recruitment Teams!

Who will you be working for?

This therapeutic PACE led organisation is currently in a growth phase! They currently operate 9 children s homes and an independent SEMH school across the West Midlands, 7 of these homes have been inspected (3 Good, 3 Outstanding & 1 RI Home), including both EBD and LD registrations.

This organisation has pioneered residential childcare in the West Midlands since 2017 and are run by an impressive team of therapeutic and clinical professionals, including a specialist CAMHs consultant with 20 years experience in psychiatry and a senior director within the healthcare and education sector.

This is an incredibly exciting time for the company as they look to build upon their already incredible growth over the last eight years, all the while developing their services and practice to create opportunities and positive outcomes for their staff and children.

The Package & Benefits:

• Basic Salary: Up to £55,000 p/a, depending on experience and qualifications
• Performance Bonuses: Up to £11,000 p/a on top of your salary, based on KPIs, Ofsted and Occupancy
• Professional Development: Opportunity to complete qualifications up to Level 7 in Strategic Management for Residential Childcare to open the door to progression
• Pathway for promotion: Show great performance and access realistic opportunities for development into a Dual-Registration, Home Opener , Quality Assurance, or RI/Operations/Senior Management roles
• Holiday: Birthday off & paid!
• Additional Benefits: Earn up to £1000 per referral with the Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme, access to Blue Light Card, high-street discounts, and more!

What Will The Role Entail?

As a Registered Children s Home Manager, you will be the backbone of the home. You will pull from your extensive experience working in children s homes to manage and lead your passionate team to ensure smooth operation of the home, second-to-none delivery of care for young people, and Ofsted excellence.

The Successful Registered Children s Home Manager Candidate Will Excel At:

• Running a children s home to Good or Outstanding standards, adhering to Ofsted s Children s Home Act (2015), Quality Standards, and Safeguarding Procedures
• Managing a staff team, completing supervisions and appraisals, and ensuring trainings are completed in line with Quality Standards
• Developing and reviewing Ofsted required paperwork such as care plans, behaviour support plans, risk assessments, and regulated Reg reports & attending and engaging in LAC, EHCP, PEP and Pathway Planning meetings and reviews.
• Communicating effectively with young people, colleagues, families, and external professionals.
• Conducting administrative tasks such as health and safety checks, medication audits, rotas, finances, and taking part in recruitment activities and inductions
• On-call responsibilities; ensuring the home has your expert advice in out-of-hour crises

Requirements for the Registered Children s Home Manager role:

• Minimum of 2+ years experience leading a team specifically within a children s home environment
• Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
• An understanding of the SCCIF, Children s Home Act (2015), and Quality Standards, the ability to register as a manager with Ofsted, and pass a Fit Person s Interview
• A genuine passion for supporting the well-being and healthy development of young people, as well as for your staff team

If you are keen to discuss the Registered Children s Home Manager vacancy further, have more questions, or this one isn t quite the right fit, please don t hesitate to reach out!

Any successful candidates will, as per Safer Recruitment guidelines, undergo an enhanced DBS check, references, and an employment history verification.

Homes Manager / Registered Children's Home Manager

Location: Southport, Merseyside
Salary: £50,000 - £65,000 DOE (plus overtime available)
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday Friday, 8:00am 4:00pm
Home Size: 2/3 bed children's home

• 200 hours annual leave plus statutory bank holidays (equivalent to 6 weeks annual leave).
• Competitive salary with overtime opportunities.
• Birthday and Christmas Amazon vouchers.
• NEST pension scheme.
• Fully funded NVQ Diploma Level 4 in Children, Young People and Families Practitioner.
• Support to achieve Diploma Level 5 in Children, Young People and Families Leadership and Management.
• Excellent career progression opportunities.
• Enhanced DBS paid for by the company.
• MEDICASH health and wellbeing plan.
• Cash back for dental, optical, hospital treatments and therapy sessions.
• Virtual 24/7 GP and mental health support.
• Access to specialist consultations and diagnostic tests.
• Healthcare cover for children at no extra cost.
• Discounted gym memberships.
• Access to wellbeing resources including yoga, fitness, mindfulness and meditation guides.

• Previous experience managing or deputising within a children's residential setting.
• Ability to register with Ofsted and successfully complete a Fit Person interview.
• Strong knowledge of children's residential legislation, safeguarding and regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading and developing residential care teams.
• Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Experience managing budgets, rotas and operational performance.
• Ability to build positive relationships with young people, families and professionals.
• Experience of working with children and young people with complex needs.
• Commitment to achieving excellent outcomes for children and young people.
• Willingness to achieve a Diploma Level 5 in Children, Young People and Families Leadership and Management if not already held.

• The role requires flexibility to undertake additional duties in response to the needs of the service.
• The successful candidate will be expected to submit an application to Ofsted to become the Registered Manager.
• The organisation is committed to delivering innovative, high-quality services that enable young people to participate fully in their communities and achieve positive outcomes.
• Close partnership working with therapeutic services is a key element of the role.

To apply for this exceptional opportunity please call Tabitha at Purosearch on (phone number removed) or send your CV direct to (url removed)

Registered Manager New Children's Residential Home

Easily commutable from Stockport, Manchester and surrounding areas.
Salary: £60,000 - £62,000 + Outstanding Bonus Package

Are you an experienced Children's Home Registered Manager looking for the opportunity to build and lead a brand-new service from the very beginning?

We are recruiting for a passionate, ambitious and child-focused Registered Manager to oversee the registration, launch and ongoing development of a new 4-bed children's residential home. This is a rare opportunity to shape the culture, recruit your own team and create an outstanding service that delivers life-changing outcomes for children and young people.

About the Service

Our new home has been designed to provide a safe, nurturing and supportive environment for children and young people who may present with emotional and behavioural difficulties, alongside a range of additional needs. The service specialises in supporting young people with:

• Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD)
• Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
• Moderate and Severe Learning Disabilities
• Mild Physical Disabilities

The home's philosophy is centred around helping young people develop independence, confidence and life skills, enabling them to achieve their full potential and become valued members of their communities.

Operating from a beautifully refurbished, spacious property in a peaceful setting, the home offers an exceptional environment for both children and staff.

The Opportunity

This is much more than a Registered Manager position.

You will become the founding leader of a new service, working alongside a highly experienced Responsible Individual and supportive leadership team who are committed to investing in quality care and long-term growth. The organisation has plans to expand over the next 18-24 months, creating genuine opportunities for future progression and wider operational leadership.

What's on Offer?

• £60,000 - £62,000 basic salary
• £800 - £1,000 monthly retainer during the Ofsted registration process
• £5,000 bonus upon successful Ofsted registration
• £1,000 occupancy bonus per child placed
• Opportunity to shape the service from day one
• Clear development and progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative senior leadership team

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the home through Ofsted registration and opening
• Develop a positive, child-centred culture focused on outstanding outcomes
• Recruit, develop and lead a high-performing staff team
• Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
• Develop policies, procedures and operational systems
• Maintain strong relationships with local authorities, families and professionals
• Drive quality, occupancy and service performance
• Work closely with senior leadership to support future growth
• Mentor and develop future leaders within the organisation

About You

To be considered, you will:

• Have experience as a Registered Manager within an Ofsted-regulated children's residential service
• Hold, or be working towards, a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare
• Possess a strong understanding of children's home regulations and Ofsted requirements
• Be a visible, hands-on leader who leads by example
• Be committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for children and young people
• Have strong recruitment, people management and team development skills
• Be proactive, solution-focused and commercially aware
• Have excellent communication and relationship-building abilities

Why Apply?

This is a genuine opportunity to build something special.

If you are an experienced Registered Manager who values autonomy, wants to be part of an exciting growth journey and is passionate about creating exceptional care environments for children and young people, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to become the founding Registered Manager of an exciting new children's residential service.

Small Organisation. Great Culture. Settled Children. Great Package. What more could you want from your next Registered Children s Home Manager role?

• Job Title: Registered Children s Home Manager
• Home Type: Good in all areas 4 Bedded EBD Children s Home therapeutic PACE approach
• Location: Redditch, Worcestershire
• Basic Salary: Up to £65,000 p/a
• Bonuses: Up to £10k based on Ofsted & Occupancy
• Overall Package: Up to £75k per annum!
• 33 Days Annual Leave + Birthday off & paid!
• Level 7 in Strategic Management within Residential Childcare (delivered internally, along with L3 & L5 & PRICE)

Who will you be working for?

Join this small, family-style, therapeutic provider of Residential Childcare! This position would be to take over a Good in all areas , 4 Bedded EBD home in Redditch. This home has been registered since 2021 and has historically had some amazing outcomes for children. The company runs two Good children s homes and has plans to expand further in the future. After recently setting up a training company, they are also equipped to internally deliver Level 3, 5, and 7 qualifications, and have an in-house PRICE trainer.

The home is performing exceptionally well. You would be well supported by the senior management team, including the RI (who has over 20 years within the industry), the current RM who will step back into an operational role, and the company clinical lead. They currently have four young people in place. You would be walking into a fully staffed home with a Deputy Manager and Senior Team Leader (aspiring to step up), who both work 40-50% of their hours as off shift or admin time. Culture in the organisation is highly sought after within the industry, and the directors are incredibly passionate about the quality of care and outcomes for their children.

The Package & Benefits:

• Basic Salary: £52,000 - £65,000 p.a, depending on experience and qualifications
• Performance Bonuses: Up to £10,000 p.a, based on Ofsted and Occupancy, plus a successful probation bonus of £150
• Overall package potential: Up to £75k per annum!
• Shared on-call system: On-call rota in place across the two homes and training in place to expand this further to their experienced Team Leaders
• Professional Development: Opportunity to complete a fully funded & accredited Level 7 Strategic Operations for Residential Childcare qualification, paid induction program, and continuous training opportunities, including the therapeutic PACE approach, and more!
• Pathway for promotion: Show great performance and access realistic opportunities for development into a Dual-Registration, Home Opener , or Operations/Senior Management role
• Wellbeing & Recognition: Access to six free counselling sessions, Employee Assistance Program, Support Staff Bonuses, and Employee of the Month rewards
• Holiday: 33 days of paid annual leave, including bank holidays, plus your Birthday off & paid!
• Additional Benefits: earn up to £500 per referral with the Refer-a-Friend bonus scheme, access to a Blue Light Card and other high street discounts.

What Will The Role Entail?

As a Registered Children s Home Manager, you will be the backbone of the home. You will pull from your extensive experience working in children s homes to manage and lead your passionate team to ensure smooth operation of the home, second-to-none delivery of care for young people, and Ofsted excellence.

The Successful Registered Children s Home Manager Candidate Will Excel At:

• Running a children s home to Good or Outstanding standards, adhering to Ofsted s Children s Home Act (2015), Quality Standards, and Safeguarding Procedures
• Managing a staff team, completing supervisions and appraisals, and ensuring trainings are completed in line with Quality Standards
• Developing and reviewing Ofsted required paperwork such as care plans, behaviour support plans, risk assessments, and regulated Reg reports & attending and engaging in LAC, EHCP, PEP and Pathway Planning meetings and reviews.
• Communicating effectively with young people, colleagues, families, and external professionals.
• Conducting administrative tasks such as health and safety checks, medication audits, rotas, finances, and taking part in recruitment activities and inductions
• On-call responsibilities; ensuring the home has your expert advice in out-of-hour crises

Requirements for the Registered Children s Home Manager role:

• Minimum of 2+ years experience leading a team specifically within a children s home environment
• Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
• An understanding of the SCCIF, Children s Home Act (2015), and Quality Standards, the ability to register as a manager with Ofsted, and pass a Fit Person s Interview
• A genuine passion for supporting the well-being and healthy development of young people, as well as for your staff team

If you are keen to discuss the Registered Children s Home Manager vacancy further, have more questions, or this one isn t quite the right fit, please don t hesitate to reach out!

Any successful candidates will, as per Safer Recruitment guidelines, undergo an enhanced DBS check, references, and an employment history verification.

Registered Children's Home Manager

Location: Morecambe, Lancashire
Salary: £47,000 - £55,000 per annum

• Competitive salary of £47,000 - £55,000 per annum.
• Permanent, full-time position.
• Opportunity to join an established organisation with over 35 years of residential childcare experience.
• Career development and progression opportunities within a growing provider.
• Work within a supportive organisation delivering bespoke residential, educational and therapeutic services.
• Be part of a company with over 65 residential homes and five schools across England.

• Previous experience managing a children's residential home.
• Strong understanding of children's residential care legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Experience leading and developing staff teams.
• Demonstrable commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to maintain high standards of care and compliance.

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the children's residential home.
• Ensure the home delivers high-quality care and support to children and young people.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant legislation, regulations and company policies.
• Recruit, develop and support a high-performing staff team.
• Promote positive outcomes and individualised care plans for children and young people.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with external professionals, families and stakeholders.
• Ensure safeguarding practices are embedded throughout the service.
• Monitor the home's performance and drive continuous improvement.

To apply for this exceptional opportunity please call Tabitha at Purosearch on (phone number removed) or send your CV direct to (url removed)

Childrens Home Manager - 2 Bed EBD Home

Location: Chipping, PR3
Salary: Up to £63,000 per annum - inclusive of bonuses
Additional earning potential:
Ofsted bonus up to £3,000.00 per year
Sign on bonus up to £2,000.00 in the first 6 months
Total first year earnings potential up to £66,000.00
Ongoing annual earnings potential up to £63,000.00

Benefits:
Company vehicle for work purposes
Casual dress code
Supportive, values led culture where your leadership matters
Blue Light Card
Employee Welfare Programme via salary sacrifice, including retail discounts plus GP and counselling hotlines
Quarterly welfare raffle with prizes such as holidays, spa breaks, and cinema vouchers
Support towards your Level 4 qualification
Supportive team and structured working pattern

What we're looking for
At least 3 years in a senior role within children s EBD care
Previous leadership or management experience within a children s home
Strong knowledge of safeguarding, Ofsted regulations, and residential care standards
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare or equivalent
Willingness to complete or hold Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification
Full UK driving licence

To apply for this exceptional opportunity please call Tabitha at Purosearch on (phone number removed) or send your CV direct to (url removed)