Children's Registered Home Manager
CV-LibraryWalsallpermanentPosted: 28 July 2026
Apply NowRegistered Manager – Children's Residential Home
Location: Walsall, WS5
Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 per annum (DOE) + Performance Bonus
Home: Brand-new 2-bed Children's Residential Home (EBD)
Benefits
£55,000–£60,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Performance bonus based on occupancy, staff retention and Ofsted outcomes
Lead the opening of a brand-new 2-bed children's residential home
Opportunity to recruit and build your own staff team
Freshly decorated home, ready for you to make your own
Clear career progression to Dual Registered Manager and Responsible Individual (RI) as the company grows
Support from an experienced leadership team, including an owner with 12 years' experience and an RI with over 10 years' experience
Flexible start date for the right candidate
Free gym membership once registered
What We're Looking For
Existing Ofsted Registered Manager, or an experienced Deputy Manager ready to step up
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards it)
Experience working within children's residential care, ideally supporting children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice
Good knowledge of the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
Experience with Regulation 44 and Regulation 45 processes
Strong understanding of safeguarding and safer recruitment
Previous involvement in achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes is desirable
Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
Enhanced DBS check
Full UK driving licence
Ability to commute to Walsall
Key Responsibilities
Lead the Ofsted registration process for the home
Prepare the home for its first Ofsted inspection and work towards a Good or Outstanding rating
Recruit, lead and develop a high-performing staff team
Create a safe, nurturing and child-centred environment
Ensure full compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and safeguarding requirements
Oversee care planning, risk management and quality assurance
Manage the day-to-day running of the home
Build positive relationships with local authorities, families and partner agencies
Monitor compliance, performance and continuous improvement
Maintain accurate records and regulatory documentation
Ensure children and young people receive high-quality care and achieve positive outcomes
To apply for this exceptional opportunity please call Tabitha at Purosearch on (phone number removed) or send your CV direct to (url removed)
Location: Walsall, WS5
Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 per annum (DOE) + Performance Bonus
Home: Brand-new 2-bed Children's Residential Home (EBD)
Benefits
£55,000–£60,000 per annum (depending on experience)
Performance bonus based on occupancy, staff retention and Ofsted outcomes
Lead the opening of a brand-new 2-bed children's residential home
Opportunity to recruit and build your own staff team
Freshly decorated home, ready for you to make your own
Clear career progression to Dual Registered Manager and Responsible Individual (RI) as the company grows
Support from an experienced leadership team, including an owner with 12 years' experience and an RI with over 10 years' experience
Flexible start date for the right candidate
Free gym membership once registered
What We're Looking For
Existing Ofsted Registered Manager, or an experienced Deputy Manager ready to step up
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards it)
Experience working within children's residential care, ideally supporting children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
Strong understanding of trauma-informed practice
Good knowledge of the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards
Experience with Regulation 44 and Regulation 45 processes
Strong understanding of safeguarding and safer recruitment
Previous involvement in achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes is desirable
Strong leadership, organisational and communication skills
Enhanced DBS check
Full UK driving licence
Ability to commute to Walsall
Key Responsibilities
Lead the Ofsted registration process for the home
Prepare the home for its first Ofsted inspection and work towards a Good or Outstanding rating
Recruit, lead and develop a high-performing staff team
Create a safe, nurturing and child-centred environment
Ensure full compliance with Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and safeguarding requirements
Oversee care planning, risk management and quality assurance
Manage the day-to-day running of the home
Build positive relationships with local authorities, families and partner agencies
Monitor compliance, performance and continuous improvement
Maintain accurate records and regulatory documentation
Ensure children and young people receive high-quality care and achieve positive outcomes
To apply for this exceptional opportunity please call Tabitha at Purosearch on (phone number removed) or send your CV direct to (url removed)