Stratton Mills
*About the Role*An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Manager to join a respected and expanding children’s residential care provider. This position offers the chance to open and manage a brand-new two-bed EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) children’s home in Derbyshire.As the Registered Manager, you will oversee all aspects of the home’s operations […]
*About the Role*
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Manager to join a respected and expanding children’s residential care provider. This position offers the chance to open and manage a brand-new two-bed EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) children’s home in Derbyshire.
As the Registered Manager, you will oversee all aspects of the home’s operations — ensuring compliance with Ofsted standards, delivering outstanding outcomes for young people, and creating a safe, nurturing, and stable environment.
This is a unique opportunity for an ambitious care professional to lead a new home from day one, shape its culture, and build a dedicated, child-focused team.
*Why Derbyshire?*
Derbyshire provides the perfect setting for a children’s residential service — combining strong local authority links, experienced social care networks, and easy access to nearby areas such as Derby, Chesterfield, Nottingham, and the wider East Midlands.
With its balance of accessibility and peaceful surroundings, Derbyshire offers an ideal environment for EBD care homes, where young people can feel safe, supported, and able to thrive.
*Key Responsibilities*
* Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the children’s residential home
* Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and all relevant legislation
* Recruit, train, and develop a skilled and motivated care team
* Deliver high-quality, person-centred care in line with the organisation’s values
* Drive continuous improvement, safeguarding excellence, and positive outcomes for children and young people
* Foster a supportive and professional culture focused on quality, safety, and staff development
*Requirements*
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children & Young People’s Services)
* Proven experience as a Registered Manager within an EBD, SEMH, or similar children’s home setting
* Excellent understanding of Ofsted frameworks, safeguarding, and compliance requirements
* Strong leadership, communication, and people management skills
* A proactive and values-driven approach to service development and quality improvement
*What’s on Offer*
* Competitive salary between £50,000 – £65,000 (dependent on experience)
* Opportunity to open, develop, and manage a new children’s home from the ground up
* Full support from an experienced senior leadership and compliance team
* Clear career progression and professional development pathways
* A supportive organisation focused on quality, stability, and long-term success
*How to Apply*
If you are an experienced Registered Manager or Children’s Home Manager looking for an exciting opportunity to open and lead a new EBD residential service in Derbyshire, we’d love to hear from you.
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All applications will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £50,000.00-£65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Casual dress
* Discounted or free food
* Flexitime
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children & Young People’s Services)
Experience:
* Registered Manager or Deputy Manager: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road
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