Registered Manager - Children's Residential Home (EBD)

Location: Canterbury, Kent Salary: £60,000 - £64,000 per annum plus performance-related bonus Hours: Full time Setting: 5-bed children's residential home Ofsted Rating: Good

Denny Collins - (phone number removed) - (url removed)

The Role

We are recruiting a Registered Manager for a well-established 5-bed children's residential home in Canterbury, supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties.

This is an excellent opportunity to lead a stable, fully staffed service with a strong therapeutic ethos and a positive Ofsted history. The home is well resourced, has embedded systems and processes, and is focused on providing consistent, high-quality care that delivers long-term positive outcomes for young people.

Key Responsibilities

Hold overall responsibility as Registered Manager in line with Ofsted and Children's Homes Regulations Provide strong, visible leadership to a fully staffed and experienced team Maintain and further develop a therapeutic, trauma-informed culture within the home Ensure ongoing compliance with Ofsted Quality Standards and inspection readiness Oversee safeguarding, risk management, and incident oversight Lead on care planning, placement stability, and outcomes for children and young people Manage staff performance, supervisions, appraisals, and professional development Work effectively with placing authorities, social workers, and external professionalsAbout the Home

5-bed EBD children's residential home Fully staffed with an experienced and stable team Strong therapeutic and trauma-informed approach Ofsted rated Good with a positive inspection history Focused on stability, relationships, and long-term placementsThe Ideal Candidate

Current or experienced Registered Manager within children's residential care Strong background supporting children with EBD Confident leader with a calm, consistent, and child-centred approach Excellent understanding of Ofsted regulations and inspection frameworks Proven experience maintaining Good or improving Ofsted outcomes Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare Strong safeguarding knowledge and regulatory confidenceWhat Is Offered

Salary of £60,000 - £64,000 per annum Performance-related bonus Opportunity to lead a well-run, established children's home Fully staffed service with strong internal support Supportive senior leadership and governance Ongoing professional development and long-term stability