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Residential Children’s Home Manager – EBD
Location: Colchester, Essex | Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 | Full-Time, Permanent
We are currently recruiting for an experienced and motivated Registered Manager to lead a high-performing children’s residential home in Colchester, Essex. The home supports young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), offering a nurturing, trauma-informed environment where each child’s development, safety, and well-being is prioritised.
This is an ideal opportunity for a confident leader with proven experience managing a children’s home and a passion for creating positive, lasting change in young people’s lives.
What’s on Offer:
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£45,000 - £55,000 salary (dependent on experience)
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Company car & free on-site parking
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Casual dress and a supportive team environment
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Company pension & sick pay
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Opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth
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A chance to lead a well-resourced home with strong support from senior leadership
Key Requirements:
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Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in a children’s residential setting
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Strong working knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015
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Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
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Proven ability to lead, manage and inspire a team
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Confident in handling inspections, audits, and multi-agency collaboration
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A child-focused, resilient, and compassionate leadership approach
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Full UK driving licence and Enhanced DBS (or willingness to obtain)
If you are ready to step into a role with real impact—where your leadership will shape the culture and future of the home—we want to hear from you
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