Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home (EBD)

Location: Northamptonshire
Salary: £48,000 – £55,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Benefits: Excellent benefits package + professional development opportunities

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead a new 4-bed children’s residential home in Northamptonshire, supporting children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD).

This is a fantastic chance to play a key role in setting up and registering a new service from the ground up — building your own team, creating a nurturing environment, and embedding a culture that promotes safety, stability, and positive outcomes for young people.

The Role: Registered Manager

• Lead on the set-up, registration, and operational launch of a new 4-bed children’s home.

• Provide strong, values-driven leadership to inspire, motivate, and develop your team.

• Ensure full compliance with The Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, Quality Standards, and Ofsted requirements.

• Create a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where children are supported to achieve their goals and reach their potential.

• Work closely with the Regional Manager/Responsible Individual to drive performance, quality, and continuous improvement.

• Lead on safeguarding, care planning, and behaviour management, ensuring best practice at all times.

• Develop and maintain effective relationships with local authorities, social workers, and other external partners.

• Oversee the home’s budget and resources, ensuring efficient and sustainable operations.

About You

• Proven experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within a children’s residential care setting.

• In-depth understanding of Ofsted regulations, Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, and Quality Standards.

• Hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or be working towards it).

• A confident, approachable, and inspirational leader who can motivate and empower staff.

• Strong communication, organisational, and decision-making skills.

• A genuine passion for improving the lives and outcomes of children and young people.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary: £48,000 – £55,000 per annum (depending on experience and qualifications)

• Opportunity to shape and lead a new home from inception

• Professional development and career progression opportunities

• Comprehensive benefits package including additional annual leave, life insurance, and wellbeing support

• A supportive, child-centred organisation committed to high-quality care and positive outcomes

About the Organisation

This organisation is committed to providing safe, nurturing, and supportive homes for children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs. Their approach is built around therapeutic and trauma-informed principles, ensuring every child receives personalised care that promotes resilience, confidence, and long-term success.

Recruitment Timeline

Applications are encouraged as soon as possible.

To apply, please send your CV or for a confidential discussion, contact Alex at alex@hamptonsresourcing.com or 01926 356549.

Hampton’s is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. Any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported during the recruitment process.