Are you ready to lead with purpose and make a lasting impact?
We believe every child deserves a safe, nurturing home where they can thrive. This is your opportunity to shape a new service from the ground up, create a high-performing team, and deliver life-changing outcomes for children and young people aged 8-17 with trauma, SEND, and complex emotional needs.
Key Responsibilities
Register and lead a new children's home in line with Ofsted and Children's Homes Regulations 2015
Recruit, train, and manage a trauma-informed staff team
Drive high standards of care, safety, and compliance
Create and embed a positive, supportive culture where children feel valued and heard
Work collaboratively with families, local authorities, and external professionals
Manage budgets and maintain a warm, homely, and high-quality living environment
You'll Need To Have:
Level 3 Diploma in Children and Young People's Workforce (or equivalent)
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or be working towards it)
Minimum 2 years' experience in a residential children's care setting
Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk assessment, and care planning
Leadership experience and a track record of building effective teams
A full UK driving licence and access to a car
Desirable Experience:
Prior registration as a Registered Manager with Ofsted
Experience setting up new services or homes
Knowledge of trauma-informed, therapeutic, or SEND-focused care
Local authority partnership or commissioning background
What You'll Get:
Competitive salary with on-call enhancements
Full support through Ofsted registration process
Ongoing CPD and leadership training
The chance to lead and shape a service from day one
Supportive leadership team and values-driven culture
Be part of something meaningful.
If you're a confident leader who wants to make a real difference in children's lives, we'd love to hear from you.