Ofsted Children's Residential Homes Manager (Derby)

MedicoPartners; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care organization is seeking a Childrens Residential Homes Manager in Derby to oversee the management of two homes for children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties. The role requires strong leadership, experience in children's residential care, and the ability to promote a supportive environment for staff and residents. Applicants should hold an NVQ 5 and be prepared for significant autonomy in this position. Competitive salary based on experience is offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in children's residential care.
• Experience managing dual-site operations preferred.
• Sound knowledge of safeguarding law and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day management of two EBD children's homes.
• Design and manage personalized care plans.
• Collaborate with local authorities and health professionals.

Skills

Experience supporting young people with EBD / challenging behaviours

Proven management or strong deputy experience

Leadership resilience and decision-making skills

Education

NVQ 5

Job description

We are recruiting for :

Ofsted Childrens Residential Homes Manager (EBD)

Locations : Derby

Job Type : Full-time

Salary : depending on experience

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead from the front and manage our childrens homes supporting 2 children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

We welcome applications from experienced Registered Managers as well as strong Deputy Managers ready to take the next step with full support.

Key Responsibilities

Dual Home Leadership

Oversee the day-to-day management of two EBD childrens homes (Derby).

Lead support and develop staff teams to provide a therapeutic child-centred environment.

Care & Support Delivery

Design and manage personalised care plans meeting childrens emotional behavioural and developmental needs.

Promote structure emotional regulation and preparation for adulthood in a safe nurturing setting.

Safeguarding & Compliance

Take overall responsibility for safeguarding across both homes.

Ensure quality assurance through audits incident reviews and continuous improvement.

Staff Development & Culture

Recruit mentor and train staff while promoting a trauma-informed learning-focused culture.

Ensure staff feel valued supported and professionally developed.

Multi-Agency Working

Collaborate with local authorities social workers schools health professionals and families.

Represent both homes in reviews inspections and multi-agency meetings.

Operational Management

Manage rotas staffing budgets and resources effectively.

Ensure accurate documentation and regulatory compliance.

What We’re Looking For

Experience supporting young people with EBD / challenging behaviours.

Proven management or strong deputy experience within childrens residential care.

Sound knowledge of safeguarding law Ofsted expectations and Childrens Homes Regulations.

Leadership resilience and decision-making skills to manage dual-site operations.

Requirements

Lots of autonomy within the role

Minimum 2 years within childrens residential care.

they will not be micromanaged and will be expected to take the ownership of the role

Holds an NVQ 5

Full driving licence preferred.

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