Registered Manager - Children's Home

Registered Manager – New 6-Bed Children’s Home (LD/EBD)
Exeter
£55,000 – £60,000 Performance Bonuses
ASAP Start | Ofsted Registration Support Provided
We are seeking an exceptional Registered Manager to lead a brand-new 6-bed children’s residential home in Exeter, supporting children with Learning Disabilities (LD) and Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). This is a rare opportunity to take full ownership of a new service from the ground up, shape the culture, and build a high-performing team that delivers outstanding outcomes for young people.
The Role

• Lead the registration, setup, and opening of a new 6-bed LD/EBD children’s home.
• Ensure full compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, and Ofsted requirements.
• Recruit, train and develop a skilled staff team, embedding a child-centred and therapeutic culture.
• Oversee care planning, safeguarding, risk management, and behaviour support strategies.
• Build strong relationships with local authorities, external professionals, and families.
• Drive a high-quality, nurturing environment that promotes young people’s independence, resilience, and emotional wellbeing.
• Prepare the home for inspection, ensuring readiness for a strong first Ofsted rating.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years experience as a Registered Manager or strong Deputy ready to step up.
• Proven background working with LD and/or EBD children in residential settings.
• In-depth knowledge of Ofsted, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong leadership, team-building and service development skills.
• Level 5 Leadership & Management (or working towards).
• Passionate about improving the lives of vulnerable young people.

What’s On Offer

• £55,000 – £60,000 salary (DOE)
• Performance-related bonuses
• Opportunity to open and shape a brand-new home
• Supportive senior leadership and excellent career progression
• Chance to make a meaningful and lasting impact on young people’s lives

If you're a motivated leader ready to take on a rewarding challenge, we’d love to hear from you.

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