Registered Manager – Solo Bed Children’s Home
 Location: Matlock, Derbyshire
 Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum

Hampton’s are working in exclusive partnership with a small children’s residential care provider who are seeking a highly experienced Registered Manager with a strong track record with Ofsted to open and oversee their brand-new solo bed home for young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD).

This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a new service, implement your vision, and create a nurturing, child-focused environment from day one.

The Role: Children’s Registered Manager

• Safeguard and promote the welfare of children, ensuring full compliance with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 (CHR) and Quality Standards.

• Lead the opening of a new home, shaping the service and embedding best practice from the outset.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

• Ensure staff are fully trained and aware of their responsibilities in line with company policies and children’s legislation.

• Oversee the development and regular review of personalised care plans addressing education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs.

• Drive occupancy and ensure positive outcomes for young people.

About You:

• Proven knowledge of Quality Standards and experience contributing to Ofsted inspections in a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager capacity.

• Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or working towards) and Level 3 in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).

• Minimum of one year’s managerial experience in a childcare setting, with at least two years working directly with children and young people.

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, support, and develop a staff team.

• Experience in managing referrals and achieving full occupancy.

What’s On Offer:

• Competitive salary – up to £60,000

• Excellent bonus structure

• Generous annual leave entitlement

• Comprehensive training and development opportunities

About the Provider:

Our client is committed to providing a safe, stable, and nurturing environment for vulnerable young people. Their approach is child-focused, person-centred, and dedicated to helping young people build confidence, resilience, and positive futures.

Recruitment Timeline:

Applications are encouraged as soon as possible.

? To apply, please send an up-to-date CV or for a confidential discussion contact Alex at alex@hamptonsresourcing.com or 01926 356549.

Hampton’s is passionate about equality and committed to building an inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and will fully support any reasonable adjustments required throughout the recruitment process.