Childrens Home Manager
| Posting date: | 24 February 2026 |
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| Salary: | £60,000.00 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 26 March 2026 |
| Location: | Thurrock, Essex, RM15 4AD |
| Company: | Search Consultancy LTD |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | Req/678341_1771945495 |
Summary
Registered Manager - 2 Bed Residential Children's Home (EBD)
Location: Thurrock, Essex
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Manager (or highly experienced Deputy Manager) to lead the setup of a new 2-bed residential children's home in Aveley. The service will support up to two young people (any gender) aged 10-17 on admission with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
This home is at pre-Ofsted application stage. The successful candidate will lead the SC1 submission and play a key role in shaping the culture, values, and operational foundations of the home from the outset.
Salary and Benefits
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£60,000 basic salary per annum.
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Performance-based bonuses linked to Ofsted outcomes and occupancy levels.
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40 hours per week plus on-call responsibilities.
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Administrative support provided throughout the Ofsted registration process.
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Opportunity to shape and lead a new service from inception.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead the Ofsted registration process, including SC1 submission.
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Develop policies, procedures, and establish a strong therapeutic, child-centred culture.
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Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations and safeguarding standards.
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Recruit, lead, and develop a high-performing staff team.
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Oversee care planning and promote positive outcomes for young people.
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Undertake on-call duties as required.
Requirements
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Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Residential Childcare) - essential.
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Previous Registered Manager experience with a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating.
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Experience in commissioning a new children's home is highly desirable.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.