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Registered Childrens Home Manager Established EBD ServiceLocation:WatfordSalary: £60,000 £70,000 per annumContract: Full-time, Permanent (On-call responsibility)Were working in partnership with a well-established, values-led childrens residential care provider who are seeking an experienced Registered Childrens Home Manager to take over the leadership of an established 3-bed EBD home in Watford.This service has been operating successfully for over three years and is currently rated Good by Ofsted. The current Registered Manager is relocating, creating an excellent opportunity for a confident, therapeutic leader to step into a stable, well-supported home and continue driving high standards of care.About the HomeEstablished 3-bed EBD serviceOfsted rated GoodFully staffed with an experienced Deputy Manager and Support TeamSupported by a Responsible Individual, experienced Director, and HR departmentStrong therapeutic ethos embedded across the serviceThere is also future progression potential, with another home close to registration for candidates interested in a dual registration opportunity.The RoleAs Registered Manager, you will:Lead the day-to-day operations of the home in line with Ofsted regulationsMaintain and build upon a Good rating, with a clear pathway to OutstandingProvide strong, values-led leadership to an established staff teamEmbed trauma-informed, therapeutic practice throughout the homeOversee safeguarding, care planning, and quality assuranceWork collaboratively with senior leadership and external professionalsChampion positive outcomes for young people with EBDThe Ideal CandidateWere keen to speak with candidates who have:Proven experience managing a childrens residential homeA track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomesA therapeutic, trauma-informed approach to careStrong leadership skills with a passion for developing peopleLevel 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)Whats on OfferCompetitive salary of £60,000 £70,000Established, well-run service with strong internal supportClear progression opportunities as the organisation growsOngoing professional development and CPDOpportunity to make a genuine, lasting difference in young peoples livesJBRP1_UKTJ