Registered Manager - Solo Placement EBD Children's Home
Location: Swindon
Salary: Competitive (Dependent on Experience) + Benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

We are a recruitment agency working on behalf of our client, who is seeking an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead a newly established solo placement Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) children's home in Swindon.

This is a rare opportunity to take full responsibility for a small, highly focused service supporting one young person with complex needs. You will play a key role in shaping the home from the ground up and ensuring outstanding, child-centred care is delivered at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

* Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the children's home

* Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations and Children's Homes Regulations

* Provide strong, supportive leadership to staff and external professionals

* Develop and implement personalised care plans for the young person

* Promote a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment

* Drive continuous improvement and high standards of care

* Manage safeguarding, risk assessments and quality assurance processes

About You:

* Proven experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in children's residential care

* Strong understanding of EBD, trauma-informed practice and safeguarding

* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)

* Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills

* Passionate about improving outcomes for vulnerable young people

What's on Offer:

* Competitive salary package (DOE)

* Opportunity to lead a unique solo placement service

* Supportive senior leadership and professional development opportunities

* The chance to make a genuine and lasting impact on a young person's life

If you are an experienced leader in children's residential care and are looking for a rewarding new challenge, we would love to hear from you