OverviewRegistered Manager Children s Residential Home (3-Bed)

Location: Solihull, West Midlands

Salary: £60,000 per annum

Hours: Monday to Friday, 40 hours per week plus on-call duties

About the CompanyThis brand new children s residential home in Solihull is being developed in partnership with a consultancy firm and owned by qualified clinicians. The home is designed to provide a therapeutic, safe, and nurturing environment for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Manager to lead this newly established 3-bed children s home. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in setting up and registering new homes with Ofsted, as well as managing ongoing operations in line with statutory requirements and best practice. You will be responsible for creating a calm, supportive environment that prioritises children s wellbeing, safety, and development.

Responsibilities

Lead the setup and registration of the new children s home with Ofsted, including policy development, staff recruitment, and training

Ensure full compliance with the Children s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Ofsted standards

Manage the daily operations of the home, including overseeing care delivery and ensuring high-quality, trauma-informed support

Recruit, train, and lead a skilled, motivated, and compassionate staff team

Act as the Registered Manager, responsible for regulatory inspections, safeguarding, and maintaining excellent relationships with external agencies

Build strong partnerships with social workers, health professionals, education providers, and local authorities

Foster a positive culture focused on learning, continuous improvement, and emotional safety for children and staff

Person Specification / Requirements

Minimum of 2 years experience as a Registered Manager in a children s residential home, ideally with experience in setting up and registering new homes with Ofsted

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent), or working towards completion

Comprehensive knowledge of Children s Homes Regulations 2015, safeguarding, and trauma-informed care principles

Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills with the ability to motivate and support a multidisciplinary team

Resilient, emotionally intelligent, and committed to providing high-quality, child-centred care

If you are passionate about making a difference in children s lives and have the skills and experience to lead a brand new home from its foundation, we would love to hear from you.

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