Registered Manager - Brand-New Therapeutic SEMH Children's Home

Lead a Brand-New Children's Home

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Manager to join their group and lead a brand-new 3-bed therapeutic SEMH children's home in Felixstowe.

• £50,000 - £55,000 per annum
• Higher salary negotiable for exceptional candidates
• Additional payment for participation in the 1 in 10 on-call rota
• Extensive therapeutic, operational and leadership support
• Support towards achieving a Level 5 qualification where required
• The opportunity to lead a brand-new therapeutic SEMH children's home
• Join an organisation with homes rated Good in all areas by Ofsted
• Work within a supportive organisation committed to achieving outstanding outcomes for children and young people

The group is committed to creating therapeutic and nurturing environments where children and young people feel safe, valued, understood and empowered to thrive. The organisation’s homes are proudly rated Good in all areas by Ofsted and they are members of the Community of Communities quality network.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate leader to take responsibility for a new service and help establish a positive culture focused on achieving outstanding outcomes for the young people in its care.

As Registered Manager, you will take responsibility for the overall leadership and development of the home, ensuring children receive safe, nurturing and high-quality care.

• Lead the development and operation of a brand-new 3-bed therapeutic SEMH home
• Build and maintain a positive, nurturing and child‑centred culture
• Lead, support and develop the staff team
• Ensure high standards of safeguarding and care are maintained
• Ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted requirements and relevant regulations
• Promote positive outcomes for children and young people
• Work closely with the wider leadership and therapeutic teams
• Take part in a 1 in 10 on-call rota, with additional payment provided
• Contribute to the ongoing development and continuous improvement of the service

We're looking for an experienced and values-driven Registered Manager who is passionate about improving outcomes for children and young people.

• Previous management experience within residential childcare
• A strong understanding of children's residential care and safeguarding
• Experience leading and developing teams
• A genuine commitment to therapeutic and child‑centred practice
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• A passion for creating environments where young people can feel safe, valued and supported

A Level 5 qualification is desirable, although support towards achieving the qualification is available where required.