Registered Manager – Children’s Home (EBD)

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Pre -Registration Responsibilities<\/b>
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• Lead the Ofsted registration process<\/b> in partnership with the Responsible Individual, Director, and consultant.
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• Develop the Statement of Purpose<\/b>, Children’s Guide<\/b>, and Policies and Procedures<\/b> in line with Children’s Homes Regulations (2015) and Quality Standards.
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• Ensure the property, environment, and staffing structure fully meet all Ofsted and regulatory requirements.
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• Establish robust frameworks for safeguarding<\/b>, supervision<\/b>, care planning<\/b>, and quality assurance<\/b>.
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• Oversee the recruitment and safer recruitment checks for all staff.
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• Prepare for Ofsted interviews and ensure the home is fully compliant and ready for registration.
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  Post -Registration Responsibilities<\/b>
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  • Lead the home’s daily operations, ensuring compliance with Ofsted standards and company values.
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  • Provide strong leadership and direction to your team, fostering a culture of high -quality, child -centred care<\/b>.
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  • Oversee individual care plans, ensuring they reflect each child’s unique needs and progress.
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  • Maintain a safeguarding -first culture with clear accountability across all staff.
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  • Drive continuous improvement to achieve and sustain Good or Outstanding<\/b> Ofsted outcomes.
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  • Build strong, positive relationships with children, families, local authorities, and partner agencies.
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  • Maintain accurate and compliant records across all operational areas.
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    Requirements<\/h3>Requirements<\/b><\/p>We’re looking for a dynamic leader<\/b> who blends empathy with excellence, and who thrives on building something meaningful from the ground up.<\/p>Essential:<\/b><\/p>Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).<\/li>Minimum 2 years’ experience<\/b> as a Registered Manager in an Ofsted -registered children’s home (EBD or similar).<\/li>Proven track record of achieving Good<\/b> or Outstanding<\/b> Ofsted ratings.<\/li>Strong understanding of Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards (2015)<\/b>.<\/li>Robust safeguarding knowledge and ability to implement effective systems and processes.<\/li>Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills.<\/li><\/ul>Desirable:<\/b><\/p>Experience supporting children with EBD<\/b>, trauma<\/b>, or attachment difficulties<\/b>.<\/li>Previous involvement in registering or setting up<\/b> a new children’s home.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/span>Benefits<\/h3>We believe that great leaders deserve great rewards. Joining Expedius Care means being part of an ambitious, forward -thinking organisation where your input truly shapes the future.<\/p>Competitive salary:<\/b> £55,000 – £70,000 (depending on experience)<\/li>Annual performance -based bonus<\/b><\/li>Opportunity to build and lead your own team<\/b> from the ground up<\/li>Professional development and leadership training<\/b> to support your career growth<\/li>Company pension scheme<\/b><\/li>Flexible working options<\/b> (full -time or part -time)<\/li>A chance to create an Outstanding -rated home<\/b> and set the standard for excellence in care<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/span>