Position: Registered Manager
Location: Milton Keynes
Salary: -45,000 - -55,000 per annum
Contract Type: Permanent | Full-Time

About the Role

We are recruiting for a skilled and compassionate Registered Manager to lead a brand-new 2-bedchildren''s home in Milton Keynes, specialising in supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). This is a unique opportunity to shape a high-quality service from the ground up, ensuring a safe, nurturing and child-centred environment.As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, regulatory compliance, and quality of care within the home. You will play a key role in building a strong staff team, embedding best practices, and maintaining high standards in line withOfsted expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations of a 2-bed EBD children''s home.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted, safeguarding regulations, and relevant legislation.
• Oversee care planning and ensure personalised, therapeutic support for each child.
• Recruit, lead, and develop a motivated care team.
• Manage staffing rotas, budgets, and resources effectively.
• Liaise with external professionals, including local authorities and families.
• Prepare for inspections and maintain accurate records and reports.
• Promote continuous improvement and positive outcomes for young people.

Candidate Requirements

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Prior experience as a Registered Manager (or strong Deputy ready to step up), ideally in an EBD setting.
• In-depth understanding of Ofsted standards and children''s home regulations.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Commitment to safeguarding and supporting vulnerable young people.
• Calm, resilient, and solution-focused under pressure.

What''s on Offer

• Competitive salary: -45,000 - -55,000 (dependent on experience).
• Opportunity to lead and shape a newly established children''s home.
• Supportive senior leadership and opportunities for further development.
• A meaningful role where you can make a genuine difference to children''s lives.

About the Provider

Our client is an established and values-driven care provider, committed to delivering exceptional outcomes for children in residential settings. Their approach focuses on creating safe, therapeutic, and stable environments where young people can thrive.

Leader Recruitment Group is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.