Registered Manager

Registered Manager – Brand New 2-Bed EBD Children’s Home (Darlington)

We are delighted to be recruiting for a Registered Manager to lead a brand-new 2-bed EBD children’s home in Darlington. This is a rare opportunity to shape and develop a service from the ground up and make a genuine impact on young people’s lives.

This role offers real autonomy and influence, allowing you to build a strong, positive culture and establish high standards of care from day one.

Key Responsibilities:

* Recruit, develop, and manage your own staff team

* Lead and embed a positive, child-centred culture

* Be supported by an established and experienced wider management team

* Contribute to the development of policies and procedures (currently in progress)

* Play a key role in launching a second nearby home once this service is established

* Work towards dual registration in the future

Salary: £56,000+ per annum (dependent on experience)

This is a genuinely supportive and values-led organisation that places both young people and staff at the heart of everything they do. They are committed to creating homes built on quality, stability, and a positive working culture.

Requirements:

* Previous experience as a Registered Manager or strong Deputy Manager within Children’s Residential Care

* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (or working towards)

* Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards

* A passion for delivering high-quality outcomes for children and young people

* Ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team

Benefits:

* Competitive salary package

* Supportive senior leadership team

* Career progression and future dual registration opportunities

* Ongoing training and professional development

* Opportunity to shape and lead a brand-new service

All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS