Ofsted Registered Manager - Children Homes (EBD)

Job Summary

We are recruiting for an Ofsted Registered Manager - Children's Homes (EBD) to lead and manage two children's homes in Derby, supporting 2 children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

Locations: Derby

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £50,000-£55,000 depending on experience

We welcome applications from experienced Registered Managers, as well as strong Deputy Managers ready to take the next step with full support.

Key Responsibilities

Dual Home Leadership

• Oversee the day-to-day management of two EBD children's homes (Derby).
• Lead, support, and develop staff teams to provide a therapeutic, child-centred environment.

Care & Support Delivery

• Design and manage personalised care plans meeting children's emotional, behavioural, and developmental needs.
• Promote structure, emotional regulation, and preparation for adulthood in a safe, nurturing setting.

Safeguarding & Compliance

• Take overall responsibility for safeguarding across both homes.
• Ensure quality assurance through audits, incident reviews, and continuous improvement.

Staff Development & Culture

• Recruit, mentor, and train staff while promoting a trauma-informed, learning-focused culture.
• Ensure staff feel valued, supported, and professionally developed.

Multi-Agency Working

• Collaborate with local authorities, social workers, schools, health professionals, and families.
• Represent both homes in reviews, inspections, and multi-agency meetings.

Operational Management

• Manage rotas, staffing, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Ensure accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.

What We're Looking For

• Experience supporting young people with EBD/challenging behaviours.
• Proven management or strong deputy experience within children's residential care.
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding law, Ofsted expectations, and Children's Homes Regulations.
• Leadership, resilience, and decision-making skills to manage dual-site operations.

Requirements

• Lots of autonomy within the role.
• Minimum 2 years within children's residential care.
• They will not be micromanaged and will be expected to take ownership of the role. Holds an NVQ 5.
• Full driving licence preferred.