Registered Manager (Dual - Waltham Abbey)

Registered Manager (Dual Registration) - Children's Residential Homes (EBD)

Location: Waltham Abbey
Salary: £80,000 per annum + Performance Bonus

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and ambitious Dual Registered Manager to lead two high-quality, Ofsted-regulated Children's Residential Homes in Waltham Abbey.

This is an exciting opportunity to oversee:

One solo placement home
One two-bed homeBoth homes support children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

Whether you are an experienced Registered Manager ready to take the next step into a dual registration role, or an established Dual Registered Manager looking for a fresh challenge, this is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organisation that genuinely invests in its people and offers clear career progression into senior operational leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Hold dual registration with Ofsted for two Children's Residential Homes.
Provide strong, visible leadership to both services, creating safe, nurturing and therapeutic environments for children and young people.
Ensure full compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards and all relevant legislation.
Lead, motivate and develop high-performing staff teams through effective supervision, coaching and performance management.
Drive continuous improvement across both homes, maintaining high standards of care and operational excellence.
Ensure children receive personalised care that promotes positive outcomes and supports their emotional, educational and social development.
Manage budgets, staffing levels, occupancy and resources effectively.
Build and maintain positive relationships with Local Authorities, Ofsted, families and external professionals.
Lead on safeguarding, ensuring the welfare of children remains the highest priority.
Prepare for and successfully manage Ofsted inspections, maintaining a culture of compliance and quality.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

Essential

NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (Children and Young People).
Significant experience managing an Ofsted-regulated Children's Residential Home.
A proven track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted inspection outcomes.
Strong knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
Experience supporting children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
The ability to inspire, develop and retain high-performing teams.
A full UK driving licence.

Desirable

Current experience as a Dual Registered Manager.
Alternatively, an experienced Registered Manager with a successful track record who is ready to step into a dual management position.

What We Offer

Competitive salary of £80,000 per annum
Performance-related bonus
Clear opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation
Ongoing professional development and leadership training
A supportive senior leadership team that values quality and innovation
The opportunity to shape and develop high-quality services that make a genuine difference to the lives of children and young peopleIf you are passionate about delivering exceptional care, have a proven history of leading successful children's residential services, and are looking for your next career move with an organisation committed to your development, we'd love to hear from you
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed