Registered Manager [LD Childrens Home]
19 days ago
Southend-on-Sea
Bradbury House £70,000 - £90,000 salary + performance bonuses Are you an experienced and passionate Registered Manager ready to lead an exciting new children’s home from the ground up? We are seeking a dynamic leader to establish and develop Bradbury House, a specialist residential service supporting children with learning disabilities. As Registered Manager, you will play a pivotal role in launching and shaping a brand-new provision. From leading the Ofsted registration process to building a high-performing team and creating a nurturing, child-centred environment, you will have full ownership of the home’s development and success. This is a unique opportunity to grow a service from its initial opening (2 children) into a larger provision, ensuring the highest standards of care, safety, and outcomes throughout. • Lead the set‑up, registration, and ongoing compliance with Ofsted, • Develop and embed a strong culture, ethos, and operational framework, • Oversee the phased growth of the home in a safe and structured way, • Recruit, lead, and develop a skilled and committed staff team, • Build a clear management structure, including Deputy Managers, • Deliver high‑quality, specialist care for children with learning disabilities, • Work collaboratively with the on‑site school and Headteacher, • Take responsibility as Designated Safeguarding Lead, • Ensure compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, • Proven experience as a Registered Manager within children’s residential care, • Strong background supporting children with learning disabilities (essential), • Experience with Ofsted registration and inspections, • Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills, • Passion for delivering outstanding outcomes for children and young people, • Competitive salary of £70,000 - £90,000+ with performance‑related bonuses, • 40 hours per week contract, • Generous annual leave: 35 days (including bank holidays), • On‑call allowance: £20 per day, • Opportunity to lead and shape a flagship service from day one Bradbury House offers a rare opportunity to create something truly meaningful — a safe, supportive, and empowering home where children with learning disabilities can thrive. You’ll be at the heart of building a service that sets the standard for excellence. Apply now to be part of this exciting journey and make a lasting difference. #J-18808-Ljbffr