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Children's Home Registered Manager (Notice Period Retainer)

Job details
Posting date: 26 February 2026
Salary: £55,000 to £65,000 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 28 March 2026
Location: Oldbury, West Midlands
Remote working: On-site only
Company: High5 Recruitment Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: OLDBURY

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Summary

We are announcing the opening of a brand-new, high-specification 3-bed EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) home in Oldbury and we are seeking an experienced and qualified Children's Home Registered Manager to take full oversight of this service from the ground up. This is an opportunity to shape a new home's culture, recruit your own team, and set the standard for excellence in care.

​We believe in investing in the best leadership. To support your transition, we offer a market-leading package:

​***Notice Period Retainer: A £2,000 (monthly) retainer paid while you serve your notice period with your current employer

*** Salary: A competitive basic of £55,000

*** Bonuses: Tailored performance-related bonuses to be discussed and agreed

*** Annual Leave: 33 days per year.l

*** Travel: Monthly fuel allowance

*** Wellbeing: Comprehensive health and wellbeing perks.

Key Responsibilities
*Full Oversight: Manage the day-to-day operations of the 3-bed EBD home in line with Ofsted regulations.

*Culture Building: Establish a nurturing, trauma-informed environment

* Compliance: Ensure the home consistently meets and exceeds Quality Standards and Children’s Homes Regulations.

* Leadership: Recruit, supervise, and develop a high-performing staff team.

​Requirements:
*Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)

*Proven track record as a Registered Manager

* Deep understanding of EBD and Ofsted inspection frameworks.

*Must be within a 60-minute commute of Oldbury (e.g., Birmingham, Dudley, Wolverhampton, Walsall, Halesowen, Stourbridge).

The role is immediately available. For an informal and confidential chat, please apply with your CV or contact Sharon T at High5 Recruitment on 07516 020554.

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