Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home (EBD & LD)

Centurion Staunch Innovative Solutions Ltd Full time

Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home (EBD & LD)

London, United Kingdom Posted on 08/05/2026

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Manager to lead our children's residential home, providing high-quality, child-centred care for young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Learning Disabilities (LD). You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the home, ensuring it operates in full compliance with Ofsted and all relevant legislation, while creating a safe, nurturing and stable environment where children can thrive.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, manage and develop the residential home in line with Ofsted regulations and organisational policies.
• Ensure the highest standards of safeguarding, welfare and outcomes for children and young people.
• Oversee care plans, risk assessments and behaviour management strategies, ensuring they are regularly reviewed and implemented in practice.
• Manage, supervise and support staff, including recruitment, training, performance management and rota planning.
• Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections, ensuring ongoing regulatory compliance and continuous improvement.
• Work in partnership with local authorities, external agencies, families and professionals to promote positive outcomes for each child.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience managing in a children's residential home.
• Experience working with children and young people with EBD and LD.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare, or willingness to work towards this qualification.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted inspections and regulatory compliance within children's residential services.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service.
• Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
• Full clean UK driving licence (desirable).
• Existing Ofsted URN registration as a Registered Manager.
• Additional qualifications in social care, health, or related fields.

Who should apply?

Ofsted Registered Managers with at least 2 years' residential childcare experience and direct involvement in Ofsted inspections are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to apply

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience, current Ofsted rating (if applicable) and notice period via Indeed's apply button. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an initial interview.