Roles: Registered Manager – Children’s Residential – EBD Home
Location: CT6, Herne Bay (Kent)
Salary: £60,000 – £65,000
About the Company
Our client is a children’s residential care provider committed to offering safe, nurturing homes for vulnerable children and young people. Established in 1995, they support young people by creating stable environments where each child feels valued and secure, helping them progress towards independent and positive futures.
They work in partnership with local authorities to tailor care plans, provide emotional and developmental support, and ensure the highest standards of safeguarding, wellbeing and regulatory compliance
Purpose of the Roles:
A Registered Manager must hold a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare and Level 5 in Leadership and Management (or be actively working towards Level 5) and have significant experience in a residential children’s home setting. They should have at least two years’ supervisory or management experience, demonstrating the ability to lead and support a team effectively. Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and regulatory compliance is essential, along with excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills. The role requires someone who can make confident decisions, maintain high standards of care, and foster a safe, nurturing environment where children can thrive.
Our client is urgently seeking a Registered Manager for an open 3-bed children’s home supporting children with Emotional and behavioural Difficulties (EBD). This is an exciting opportunity to lead a new home that has not yet had its first inspection, helping to shape its development from the start. They are looking for someone to interview and start as soon as possible.
The role offers the chance to dual manage and they are also recruiting for a Deputy Manager. You’ll lead a dedicated team, ensure high standards of care, and maintain compliance with regulatory requirements. This is a fast-paced, hands-on leadership role for a passionate and experienced residential manager ready to make an immediate impact.
What’s on offer
- Excellent shift patterns and rotas planned a month in advance
- Fantastic training, development, and career progression
- Access to professional courses and ongoing support
- A genuinely caring, child-focused team with a great culture and flexibility
Key Responsibilities
- Ensure a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment.
- Oversee routines, safeguarding, and welfare of children.
- Maintain accurate records and compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations.
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and professionals.
- Participate in sleep-in shifts as required.
Requirements
- Experience in a children’s residential setting.
- Strong knowledge of safeguarding and child protection.
- Excellent communication and team leadership skills.
- Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
- Level 5 in leadership and Management (or be actively working towards it)
- Experience with inspections or therapeutic approaches.
What We Offer
- Supportive and growth-oriented work environment.
- Ongoing professional development opportunities.
Please note due to client specifications we are unable to accept applications from candidates who require sponsorship, or have less than 6 months left on current right to work with no plans in place for renewal (new visa application reference will be required)
