Supportive Directors | New Home | Decision Making Role | Competitive Salary | Generous Annual Leave  

Ofsted Registered Manager 

Essex / Southend-On-Sea - Up to £75,000

We're currently supporting a highly regarded children's residential care provider in opening a brand-new 8-10 bed children's home in Brighlingsea, supporting young people aged 11-17 with Learning Disabilities and complex needs, and we're looking for an experienced Registered Manager to lead the service from the ground up.

You'll be responsible for setting up and overseeing the full operational management of the home, recruiting your team, ensuring compliance with all regulatory frameworks, and creating a safe, trauma-informed environment where children can thrive.

Benefits: 

Full autonomy to run the home how you see fit
Salary up to £75,000
Easily commutable from London
Bonus on Ofsted registration
Bonus in full occupancy 
Generous annual leave
Pension, training & more  Requirements 

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Residential Childcare)
4+ years' experience in residential childcare (incl. 2+ years in management)
Strong understanding of safeguarding, Ofsted standards & care regs
Skilled in team leadership, service development & partnership workingIf you're an experienced Registered Manager looking to further your career and start a brand-new home, leading a therapeutic and values-driven children's home in Essex, I'd love to hear from you.

To apply, contact Chris on (phone number removed) or email your CV to (url removed) to arrange a confidential chat