Location: BirminghamJob Type: Full-timeSalary: £50,000 - £58,000 per year (negotiable depending on experience)

We are seeking a committed and experienced Registered Manager to lead two Children's Homes in Birmingham, supporting young people aged 8-18 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead from the front across a dual-home setup, ensuring consistent, high-quality, and therapeutic care. We welcome applications from experienced Registered Managers or confident Deputies looking to step up with support.

Dual Home Leadership

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of two EBD children's homes.

• Lead, mentor, and support both staff teams to deliver a consistent, child-centred approach.

• Ensure both homes meet and exceed Ofsted standards and Children's Homes Regulations.

Care & Support Delivery

• Develop and manage individualised care plans tailored to each young person's emotional and developmental needs.

• Promote a safe, nurturing environment that encourages emotional regulation and life skills.

Safeguarding & Compliance

• Take overall responsibility for safeguarding across both homes.

• Maintain robust quality assurance practices, including audits and incident reviews.

Staff Development & Culture

• Recruit, train, and support staff to ensure a trauma-informed and positive working culture.

• Foster a safe, respectful, and development-focused environment for all team members.

Multi-Agency Working

• Build strong relationships with local authorities, social workers, schools, health professionals, and families.

• Represent both homes in meetings, reviews, and inspections.

Operational Management

• Oversee staffing rotas, budgets, resources, and overall home administration.

• Ensure accurate documentation, reporting, and regulatory compliance.

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).

• Minimum of 2 years in a senior role within children's residential care.

• Strong experience working with children with EBD/challenging behaviours.

• Excellent knowledge of safeguarding legislation and Ofsted expectations.

• Confident leadership, resilience, and decision-making ability.

• Full UK driving licence preferred.