Registered Manager - Chidrens Residential Home

Registered Manager Childrens Residential Home Location: Chaddesden, Derby (DE21) Salary: £50,000 £55,000 Contract: Full-Time | PermanentWere recruiting for an experienced Registered Manager to lead a brand-new 2-bed childrens home in Chaddesden, Derby, supporting young people with Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).This is an excellent opportunity to join a provider at an exciting stage of growth. The home is fully prepared and ready for registration, with the staffing team already in place, policies and procedures completed, and all groundwork undertaken. The successful candidate will step into a well-prepared environment and take the home through registration and into operation.There is also future potential for the successful candidate to progress into a dual-registration role as the organisation continues to expand.The Role As Registered Manager, you will take full responsibility for the registration, leadership, and day-to-day management of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance.Youll work closely with the senior leadership team to establish a positive culture, build strong relationships with local authorities, and create an environment where children can thrive.Key Responsibilities Lead the home through Ofsted registration and openingEnsure full compliance with Children's Homes Regulations and Quality StandardsPromote a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for children and young peopleLead, develop, and support the existing staff teamMaintain excellent safeguarding practices and risk management processesBuild positive relationships with local authorities and external professionalsDrive positive outcomes for children across education, wellbeing, and independencePrepare for and lead Ofsted inspectionsMonitor quality assurance, compliance, and service developmentAbout You Previous experience as a Registered Manager within children's residential careTrack record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomesStrong understanding of Children's Homes Regulations and Quality StandardsLevel 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)Confident leader with excellent communication and organisational skillsPassionate about delivering outstanding care and outcomes for childrenFull UK Driving Licence preferredWhat's on Offer? Salary of £50,000 £55,000Brand-new home with all foundations already in placeExisting staff team ready to support the launchOpportunity to shape the home's culture and future successPotential progression into a dual-registration positionSupportive and ambitious leadership teamGenuine opportunity to make a lasting impact on children's livesThis role would suit an experienced Registered Manager looking for a fresh challenge, or someone seeking the opportunity to take ownership of a new service with strong support already in place.At RJS, we partner with values-driven childrens care providers across the UK and work on a continuous stream of exciting opportunities within the sector. If this role isnt quite right but youre open to discussing other positions, feel free to get in touch to explore our wider portfolio of vacancies.TPBN1_UKTJ