Job Title: Ofsted Registered Manager - Solo EBD Children's HomeLocation: SolihullSalary: £50,000 to £55,000 per annumJob Type: Full-Time, Permanent

We are working on behalf of our client to recruit an experienced and dedicated Ofsted Registered Manager to lead a brand-new solo provision for children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), based in Solihull.

This is a unique opportunity to take ownership of a new service and shape it from the ground up, with full support from a committed and experienced senior leadership team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the Residential Children’s Home in accordance with all relevant legislation, policies, and the home’s Statement of Purpose.
• Lead, support, and guide staff to provide outstanding care and achieve positive outcomes for the young person.
• Continuously assess the needs of the child and ensure services are tailored to meet those needs.
• Participate in the recruitment, vetting, and induction of new staff.
• Foster positive relationships with staff, young people, and all external stakeholders.
• Liaise with multi-disciplinary teams and commissioning bodies to meet care requirements.
• Promote professionalism and ethical practice across the team, offering coaching and support.
• Support performance management and appraisals of residential staff.
• Organise duty rotas to ensure the consistent delivery of care.
• Manage budgets and adhere to the company’s financial procedures.
• Uphold safeguarding and equality principles at all times.
• Be the key contact for regulatory organisations and inspection bodies.
• Ensure all documentation is completed to a high standard for regulatory review.
• Promote therapeutic, respectful relationships between staff, young people, and families.
• Participate in the on-call rota as required.
• Contribute to wider corporate and management activities as directed.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as requested by the Directors.
• Ensure all staff operate in line with Health and Safety regulations and promote a safe working culture.

Essential Criteria:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services (or equivalent), or willingness to work towards this qualification.
• Minimum of three years’ experience at a senior level within the social care or health sector.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted requirements and safeguarding practices.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop high-performing teams in a residential care setting.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary of £50,000 to £55,000 depending on experience.
• The opportunity to lead a new, solo-placement home with autonomy and full support.
• Ongoing professional development and training.
• Supportive organisational culture focused on high-quality outcomes for children.

How to Apply:If you're a passionate, child-focused leader ready to take on the rewarding challenge of opening and managing a new EBD children's home, we’d love to hear from you.