Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home EBD Location: St Albans Salary: Up to £50,000 + £5,000 Welcome Bonus Annual Bonus: Up to 21% Are you ready to lead an Outstanding Children's Home? I'm currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established national provider for a Registered Manager to lead a highly successful 4-bed Children's Residential Home in St Albans, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager ready for the next step or an established Registered Manager looking to join an organisation that genuinely invests in its people, therapeutic practice, and long-term career progression. Working within an established trauma-informed environment, you'll have access to dedicated Clinical Professionals, Specialist Advisors, and Senior Leadership support, allowing you to focus on delivering exceptional outcomes for children and young people. The Role As Registered Manager, you will: Lead and inspire a high-performing residential care team. Create a safe, nurturing, and child-centred environment. Drive positive outcomes for children and young people with EBD. Ensure the home remains fully compliant with Ofsted regulations and Children's Home Standards. Promote a therapeutic and trauma-informed culture throughout the service. Manage safeguarding, risk management, quality assurance, and service improvement. Oversee staffing, performance management, recruitment, and development. Take ownership of budgets, occupancy, and operational performance. Work closely with Clinical Teams, Therapists, Psychologists, and Senior Leadership. About You We're keen to speak with: Registered Managers within Children's Residential Services. Deputy Managers looking to take the next step into registration. Service Managers with residential childcare experience. To be successful, you'll have: Minimum 2 years' experience in a supervisory role within a children's residential setting. Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care and Children & Young People's Services (or equivalent). Strong knowledge of Children's Home Regulations, Ofsted standards, safeguarding legislation, and the Children Act 1989. Experience supporting children and young people affected by trauma. Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills. Experience managing budgets and operational performance. Full UK driving licence. What's on Offer? Salary up to £50,000 £5,000 Welcome Bonus Annual Performance Bonus of up to 21% 32 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays) Dedicated Psychologist and Therapist support Strong clinical and operational infrastructure Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits Life assurance (2x salary) Fully funded DBS and renewals Ongoing professional development and leadership training Pension scheme Employee Assistance Programme Retail, leisure, holiday and lifestyle discounts Clear pathways into senior leadership roles Why Apply? This is an opportunity to join an organisation with a strong reputation for delivering outstanding care and achieving positive outcomes for children and young people. You'll benefit from a highly supportive leadership structure, specialist clinical input, and genuine opportunities to progress your career. If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to lead an Outstanding children's home, I'd love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Cristian for a confidential discussion
Registered Manager Children's Home in St Albans employer: Brook Street Social Care
Join a compassionate and dynamic team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people. With competitive salaries, generous leave entitlements, and comprehensive training opportunities, we foster a supportive work culture that prioritises employee wellbeing and growth. Located in a community-focused environment, this role offers unique advantages such as enhanced allowances and access to employee discounts, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a fulfilling career in youth support.
