Children’s Home Registered Manager (EBD)

Location: Camden, London
Contract Type: Full-time
Salary: Up to £56,600 (includes bonuses)
Specific Hours: 40 hours per week

The Role

We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and dedicated Registered Manager for a 3-bed EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) children’s home in Camden, London. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a minimum of 2–3 years’ management experience and a strong background in supporting young people aged 11–17 with complex emotional and behavioural needs.

We put young people at the centre of everything we do. We are committed to providing a nurturing, safe, and empowering environment where they can thrive and realise their full potential. The right candidate will share these values, working in close partnership with external agencies and professionals to deliver outstanding care and support.

As Registered Manager, you will be fully accountable for the overall management of the home and responsible for ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance with regulatory requirements. You will lead by example, driving a culture of continuous improvement, and ensuring the home provides a safe, stable, and therapeutic environment for young people with EBD.

About you

You will manage and develop the staff team, ensuring they are supported, trained, and motivated to deliver exceptional care. Your role will also include working directly with the young people, promoting positive outcomes, and ensuring that their individual needs and aspirations are met.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced leader who is committed to making a lasting difference in the lives of young people.

Key Responsibilities:

Full operational management of the home in line with Ofsted standards

Lead and manage the staff team to ensure a high standard of care and professional practice

Ensure the home meets all regulatory and legislative requirements, including safeguarding and health & safety

Develop and maintain effective care plans that are tailored to the individual needs of each young person

Build positive relationships with young people, staff, families, and external agencies

Promote the emotional, physical, educational, and social development of young people

Manage budgets, staffing rotas, and administrative duties

Ensure staff receive regular supervision, appraisal, and ongoing training

Prepare the home for Ofsted inspections and strive for Outstanding ratings

Take part in the on-call rota and provide direct support as required

Create a culture of high aspiration, achievement, and positive outcomes for all young people

Requirements:

NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management (Children and Young People) or equivalent

Minimum NVQ Level 3 in Caring for Children and Young People (or equivalent)

Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a managerial role within a children’s residential care setting

Proven experience of working with young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)

Strong understanding of Children’s Home Regulations, Quality Standards, and safeguarding procedures

Effective leadership, communication, and organisational skills

Passion for supporting young people to achieve their full potential

Ability to manage challenging behaviours and complex situations with resilience and professionalism

Clear enhanced DBS check (or willingness to undertake one)

Flexible to work evenings, weekends, and take part in the on-call rota as required

What's On Offer:

Competitive salary up to £56,600 (inclusive of bonuses)

Ofsted bonuses – £3,000 for an Outstanding report, £1,500 for a Good report

Full occupancy bonus – £300 per month

Travel allowance of £3,000 or a company car

Mobile phone provided

Local parking permit

28 days annual leave (inclusive of Bank Holidays)

Company pension scheme (following successful completion of probation)

Excellent training and development opportunities

Supportive senior leadership team and progression pathways

A chance to genuinely make a positive impact in young people’s lives

The post is subject to a six-month probationary period and three months' notice on either side thereafter, other than in cases of disciplinary or malpractice issues.

Recruitment Timeline:

Applications are encouraged as soon as possible.
To apply, please submit your CV and application form.
For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact us at alex@hamptonsresourcing.com or call 01926356549.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. We are happy to provide any necessary adjustments during the recruitment process to ensure all candidates have an equal opportunity to apply.