Role:
We are seeking an experienced, values-driven Registered Manager to lead a solo children’s residential home in Loughborough, Leicestershire supporting a young person with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). This is a hands-on leadership role within a small, developing children’s care provider, ensuring the delivery of safe, nurturing and high-quality care in line with Ofsted regulations and the organisation’s strong child-centred and therapeutic ethos.

In this key leadership role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management, quality, compliance and leadership of the home. The service is already operational and stable, with an established team in place supporting one child within a therapeutic care environment.

The current Home Manager is stepping down into a Deputy Manager role to achieve a better work-life balance, meaning you will benefit from continuity, support and an experienced deputy within the service. 

About You:
We are looking for a confident, proactive leader who is:

• An experienced Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within children’s residential EBD services
• Highly knowledgeable in Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and quality standards
• Experienced in working within therapeutic care environments supporting children with emotional and behavioural needs
• A hands-on, visible leader who can support and develop a small team
• Skilled in creating stable, nurturing environments for children with complex needs
• A clear and confident communicator, able to work collaboratively with professionals and stakeholders
• Proactive, organised and resilient, with strong attention to detail
• Values-driven, with a genuine commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children
• Ideally based within reasonable commuting distance of Loughborough

What’s On Offer:

• Salary of £50,000 – £60,000
• Up to £10,000 KPI performance bonus
• The opportunity to lead a stable, established solo provision
• Support from an experienced Deputy Manager and existing team
• A values-led organisation focused on quality rather than rapid expansion
• Potential future progression or dual registration as the organisation grows

Key Responsibilities:

• Hold full accountability as the Ofsted Registered Manager for the home
• Lead the day-to-day operational delivery of the children’s residential service
• Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations, safeguarding frameworks, and internal policies
• Maintain high standards of care, risk management and safeguarding practice
• Lead, support and develop the existing staff team
• Work closely with the organisation’s leadership team to support the ongoing development of the service
• Ensure the young person receives consistent, high-quality and therapeutic care

Education and Qualification:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare — preferred
• Candidates working towards Level 5 will also be considered
• Relevant experience in children’s residential EBD services is essential

Recruitment Timeline:

Start Date: ASAP (subject to notice period and compliance)

How to Apply:

To apply, please complete the form below and upload your latest CV.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Will at:
will@hamptonsresourcing.com | 01926 695215

Equality Statement:

Hamptons is passionate about equality and is committed to developing an inclusive workforce. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant and will support any reasonable adjustments during the application and hiring process.