Job Details

Registered Manager – Children’s Home

Salary: £50,000–£55,000 per annum
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead the setup, Ofsted registration and operation of a new children’s residential home in Solihull, supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and learning disabilities.

This role is suited to a proven leader who has successfully established, registered and managed a children’s home. Previous experience in setting up and registering a service is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Ofsted registration process, including SC1 and SC2 applications.
• Recruit, onboard and develop a competent residential care team.
• Establish and maintain compliant policies, procedures and staff records.
• Ensure compliance with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Oversee safeguarding, care planning, risk assessments and placement matching.
• Manage staff supervision, performance and professional development.
• Maintain high standards of care and prepare the home for Ofsted inspections.

Essential Requirements

• Proven experience as a Registered Manager in children’s residential care.
• A successful track record of setting up and registering a children’s home.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted requirements and relevant childcare regulations.
• Experience recruiting and leading residential care teams.
• Knowledge of EBD and/or learning disability services.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or an appropriate equivalent.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £50,000–£55,000 per annum.
• Monday–Friday working hours, 9:00am–5:00pm.
• The opportunity to lead a new service from the outset.
• Autonomy to build and develop your own team.
• Direct support from the Responsible Individual and company directors.
• The opportunity to shape the development and long-term success of the home.

Apply Now

If you have successfully set up, registered and managed a children’s home and are ready to lead a new service, we would welcome your application.

Please submit your CV, highlighting your relevant registration and management experience.