Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
£59,500 - £74,000
Permanent
Registered Manager | Children’s Residential (EBD) | Henley-on-Thames
Primary Location: Henley-on-Thames, Berkshire/Oxfordshire Border
Jobs Also Available In: Sonning Common, Shiplake, Wargrave, Marlow, Reading, High Wycombe, Twyford
Salary: £59,500 – £74,500 per annum (DOE) + Outstanding Ofsted Bonus & Private Medical Insurance
The Opportunity:
Vetro Recruitment is seeking an elite Registered Manager to take the helm of a specialist EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties) home in the historic riverside town of Henley-on-Thames. This is a premier opportunity to lead a high-standard service that focuses on therapeutic excellence and achieving the very best outcomes for young people.
As the Registered Manager, you will lead a sophisticated care team in a location that demands high standards of professionalism and care. You will have the autonomy to implement innovative, trauma-informed practices within a supportive, community-integrated setting that is consistently aiming for 'Outstanding' Ofsted status.
Why This Role in Henley-on-Thames?
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High-Profile Leadership: Manage a service in a prestigious and well-resourced area, offering unique opportunities for community engagement and outdoor therapeutic activities.
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Premium 2026 Package: A salary range of £59.5k – £74.5k, reflecting the specialist nature of the home and the high level of accountability required.
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Service Autonomy: Influence the strategic direction of the home, from staff selection to the choice of clinical therapeutic models used within the provision.
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Excellent Environment: Lead a service in a peaceful, scenic location that promotes the wellbeing of both the young people in residence and the professional staff team.
Key Responsibilities
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Ofsted Registration: Assume full legal responsibility as the Registered Manager, ensuring absolute compliance with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015.
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Team Excellence: Recruit, supervise, and inspire a stable care team, fostering a culture of high expectations and continuous professional development in Henley and the surrounding area.
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Safeguarding & Wellbeing: Maintain the highest standards of safety and therapeutic care, ensuring every young person has a robust path to independence.
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Strategic Liaison: Represent the service in multi-agency meetings with local authorities across both Berkshire and Oxfordshire, ensuring cohesive support for residents.
Candidate Requirements
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Education: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare.
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Experience: Extensive experience in a leadership role within an EBD children's residential setting.
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Regulatory Expertise: A proven history of successful Ofsted inspections and a deep understanding of the Quality Standards.
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Professional Stature: Strong communication skills and the ability to act as an effective advocate for young people in a high-profile community setting.
Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.
