Registered Manager - Children's Homes (Dual-Site)

Job Description

Registered Manager – Children's Homes (Dual-Site)\n\n Salary: up to £45K pa (based on experience)\n\n Location: LE5 / Daniel Road, Birmingham\n Job Type: Full-time\n\n Are you ready to make a real difference – times two?\n\nWe’re on the lookout for a motivated, compassionate, and experienced Registered Manager to take the lead across two children’s homes on Daniel Road, Birmingham, supporting people aged 8–18 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).\n\nWhether you're already an experienced Registered Manager or a strong Deputy ready to step up we want to hear from you!\n\nThis is your chance to lead from the front, shape two incredible services, and help transform lives every single day.\n\n Your Key Responsibilities:\n\n Dual Home Leadership\n\n * Lead the day-to-day running of two well-established EBD children’s homes.\n\n * Inspire, support, and guide two passionate care teams.\n\n * Drive high standards of care and maintain full Ofsted compliance.\n\n Care & Support\n\n * Champion child-centred, trauma-informed care.\n\n * Create tailored support plans that empower every person to thrive.\n\n * Foster emotional stability, positive routines, and readiness for adult life.\n\n ️ Safeguarding & Quality\n\n * Take the lead on safeguarding across both homes.\n\n * Oversee audits, incident reviews, and drive continuous improvement.\n\n Staff Development & Culture\n\n * Recruit, train, and mentor a high-performing team.\n\n * Build a positive, open culture where staff feel valued, supported, and inspired.\n\n Multi-Agency Collaboration\n\n * Work closely with local authorities, social workers, schools, and families.\n\n * Be the face of your homes at reviews, inspections, and meetings.\n\n Operations & Management\n\n * Handle rotas, budgets, resources, and compliance with confidence.\n\n * Keep accurate records and ensure robust documentation across both homes.\n\n✅ What You’ll Bring:\n\n * A track record of working with people with EBD/challenging behaviours.\n\n * Experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy in children’s residential care.\n\n * A strong understanding of trauma-informed practice and safeguarding.\n\n * Excellent leadership, organisation, and communication skills.\n\n * A passion for creating safe, stable, and nurturing environments.\n\n Essential Requirements:\n\n * Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).\n\n * At least 2 years in a senior role in children’s residential care.\n\n * Sound knowledge of Children’s Homes Regulations and Ofsted expectations.\n\n * Full driving licence (due to dual-site travel and emergency cover).\n\n Why Join Us?\n\n * Be part of a growing, forward-thinking provider committed to changing lives.\n\n * Make a real difference leading two homes in a rewarding, high-impact role.\n\n * Enjoy strong leadership support, development opportunities, and a positive working culture.\n\n * Help shape therapeutic, consistent, and loving environments for children who need them most.\n\n Apply today to take your next big career step.\n Interviews soon – don’t miss out on this unique opportunity!\n\nLet’s build brighter futures – together.\n Two homes. One incredible mission. Will you lead the way?