Ofsted Registered Manager (Children's Home Manager) in Huntingdon

Safehaven Talent is proud to be advertising this rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate Ofsted Registered Manager<\/b> to lead a brand -new, purpose -built children’s residential home<\/b> for young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)<\/b>.
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This is more than a management role – it’s your chance to create a home from the ground up<\/b>, build a team in your own vision, and deliver a nurturing, high -quality service that transforms lives.
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Key responsibilities include:<\/b>
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• Leading the home through Ofsted registration and establishing all operational systems and frameworks.
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• Recruiting, training, and inspiring a full staff team, including a Deputy Manager and support staff.
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• Designing and implementing bespoke care plans that prioritise the well -being and aspirations of each child.
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• Creating a warm, safe, and therapeutic home environment aligned with Ofsted Quality Standards.
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• Ensuring robust safeguarding practices and fostering strong partnerships with families, social workers, and professionals.
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• Driving continuous improvement and achieving excellence through reflective leadership and a strong team culture.
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  Please note:<\/b> Before proceeding with this role, applicants are required to complete the Safehaven Talent Registered Manager Assessment<\/b> to verify eligibility and compliance.
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  Requirements<\/h3>To be successful in this role, you will need:<\/p>Experience:<\/b> Minimum 1 year as an Ofsted Registered Manager in a children’s home setting.<\/p><\/li>Qualifications:<\/b><\/p>Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care and Children & Young People’s Services (or equivalent).<\/p><\/li>NVQ Level 3 in Childcare (or equivalent).<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li>Knowledge:<\/b> Comprehensive understanding of The Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards (2015)<\/i>.<\/p><\/li>Leadership Qualities:<\/b> Inspiratio<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/span>Benefits<\/h3>Competitive Package:<\/b> £70,000 OTE (£65,000 base + £5,000 performance -related bonus).<\/p><\/li>Performance Rewards:<\/b> £2,000 bonus for achieving a ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rating and an additional £3,000 for occupancy targets.<\/p><\/li>Professional Growth:<\/b> Exceptional support and training opportunities to advance your leadership career.<\/p><\/li>Strong Support Network:<\/b> Collaboration with a highly experienced senior management team and peer network.<\/p><\/li>Additional Benefits:<\/b><\/p>Blue Light Card eligibility<\/p><\/li>NEST Pension Scheme<\/p><\/li>Allocated on -site parking<\/p><\/li>Wellbeing and leadership development support<\/p><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>Safehaven Talent is proud to promote equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our passion for creating safe, nurturing, and life -changing environments for children.<\/p><\/div><\/span>