Location: Leicester (LE3 8HA)
Salary:per annum 7500 welcome bonus
Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week (full-time)
Employment Type: Permanent
Service: Childrens Residential Home (3-bed)
Service Users: Children and young people aged 817 with EBD
Qualifications Required: Level 3 Children & Young Persons Workforce (essential) and QCF Level 5 Leadership/Management (or prepared to study)
The Home
This is a 3-bed childrens residential home in Leicester (LE3 8HA) supporting young people aged 817 with EBD. The home provides a stable structured environment with a strong focus on safeguarding consistency and positive outcomes.
Who we are looking for
We are seeking an experienced values-driven Registered Manager to lead the home and deliver high-quality child-centred care.
Key responsibilities include:
Leading developing and motivating the staff team to deliver consistently strong care
Ensuring full compliance with Childrens Homes Regulations safeguarding requirements and internal policies
Embedding a warm structured and therapeutic environment where young people can thrive
Managing referrals care planning risk management and placement stability
Working collaboratively with local authorities education and partner agencies to secure the best outcomes
Overseeing staffing rotas budgets and resources effectively
Maintaining inspection readiness and driving continuous improvement across the service
Ensuring the homes Statement of Purpose is delivered in practice every day
Requirements
Significant leadership experience within Ofsted-registered childrens residential care
Strong knowledge of legislation safeguarding practice and regulatory compliance
Level 3 Children & Young Persons Workforce (essential)
QCF Level 5 Leadership/Management (or willingness to work towards this)
Confident leadership communication and organisational skills
A consistent child-focused approach with high standards and strong attention to detail
Who you will be working for
An established provider within childrens residential care with supportive senior leadership strong development pathways and a clear focus on staff wellbeing and quality outcomes.
Benefits
7500 welcome bonus
Tastecard Blue Light Card & MyGym discounts
Real Living Wage employer
Christmas bonus
Generous Refer-a-Friend scheme
Financial wellbeing service
Life Assurance
High-quality CPD and ongoing professional development
Comprehensive induction programme (face-to-face training online modules & shadowing)
Therapeutic training and support via an internal programme
Employee Assistance Programme free confidential support
Strong focus on staff wellbeing and supportive leadership
Sponsorship is not available
How to apply
If you are ready to lead a 3-bed home in Leicester (LE3 8HA) supporting young people aged 817 with EBD apply today.
To apply click the apply button or contact us for more information.
Required Experience:
Manager