Registered Children's Home Manager

Elite Search Associates Limited; Kempston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Search Associates Limited is seeking a Registered Manager to lead a 3-bed EBD children's home in Bedford. You will ensure a safe, nurturing environment and compliance with safeguarding, regulatory and Ofsted standards while developing the staff team.

The role suits an experienced Registered Manager or a Deputy Manager ready to step up, with strong leadership, partnership with social workers, and a commitment to improving outcomes for young people.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a team in children's residential care.
• Strong leadership experience within EBD settings.
• Understanding of Ofsted requirements and safeguarding

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the staff team to provide high‑quality care.
• Ensure the home complies with safeguarding, regulatory and Ofsted standards.
• Collaborate with social workers and professionals to support young people.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing environment and monitor outcomes for residents.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding

Team management

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Registered Manager - 3-Bed EBD Home

Bedford | £50,000 - £65,000 Dependent on experience

Are you an experienced Registered Manager looking for your next opportunity, or a strong Deputy Manager who feels ready to take that next step?

We are currently looking for a Registered Manager to lead a 3-bed EBD children's home in Bedford, supporting young people with emotional and behavioural needs. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about children's residential care and wants to make a real difference to the lives of the young people they support.

As Registered Manager, you will take overall responsibility for the home, ensuring it provides a safe, nurturing and supportive environment where young people can develop and achieve positive outcomes. You will lead and develop the staff team, maintain high standards of care and safeguarding, and ensure the home continues to meet all regulatory and Ofsted requirements.

We are particularly keen to hear from experienced Registered Managers, but we are also happy to consider an ambitious and experienced Deputy Manager who is ready for their first Registered Manager position. If you have strong leadership experience within children's residential care, understand the needs of young people with EBD and have the drive to progress your career, this could be an excellent opportunity for you.

You will need to be confident leading a team, working alongside social workers and other professionals, managing safeguarding and risk, and maintaining a consistently high standard of care. Most importantly, you will have a genuine commitment to improving outcomes for young people and creating a positive culture within the home.

In return, you will receive a salary of £50,000 - £65,000 depending on experience, alongside the opportunity to take ownership of a fantastic home, develop your career and work within a supportive senior management team.

If you are an experienced Registered Manager, or a strong Deputy ready to make the step up, we'd love to hear from you.