Wallingford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
£59,500 - £75,000
Permanent
Registered Manager | Children’s Residential (EBD) | Wallingford
Primary Location: Wallingford, Oxfordshire/Berkshire Border
Jobs Also Available In: Didcot, Cholsey, Benson, Crowmarsh Gifford, Dorchester-on-Thames, Reading, Abingdon
Salary: £57,000 – £71,000 per annum (DOE) + Quarterly Performance Bonus & Enhanced Annual Leave
The Opportunity: Leading Therapeutic Excellence in Wallingford
An exceptional vacancy has opened for a Registered Manager to lead a specialist EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties) service in the historic market town of Wallingford. This role is ideal for a manager who values a service with a strong community identity and a focus on providing a stable, "home-from-home" environment for young people.
As the Registered Manager, you will lead a service situated in a town known for its balance of heritage and modern amenities. You will have the opportunity to develop a high-performing team and implement a therapeutic framework that supports the unique needs of residents, all while aiming for 'Outstanding' Ofsted status.
Why This Role in Wallingford?
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Community-Centric Setting: Manage a home in a safe, vibrant market town that offers excellent local integration opportunities and a supportive environment for young people.
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Balanced Package: A 2026 salary range of £57k – £71k, featuring a performance-linked quarterly bonus and an enhanced annual leave entitlement to support your own work-life balance.
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Dual-County Connectivity: Ideally located for leaders based in South Oxfordshire or North Berkshire, with straightforward access to both Reading and Oxford.
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Resource Rich: Benefit from being in a location with established local health and education links, facilitating a more holistic approach to resident care plans.
Key Responsibilities
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Regulatory Leadership: Assume full legal responsibility as the Registered Manager, ensuring absolute compliance with the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015.
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Staff Mentorship: Lead, supervise, and develop a stable staff team, fostering a resilient culture that prioritizes trauma-informed care and professional growth.
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Quality Assurance: Conduct regular internal audits and service reviews to ensure the home remains in a state of continuous improvement and inspection readiness.
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Strategic Partnerships: Maintain robust relationships with Oxfordshire and Berkshire local authorities, ensuring clear communication and collaborative care planning.
Candidate Requirements
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Education: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
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Experience: Proven experience in a managerial capacity within a children’s residential EBD setting.
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Regulatory Track Record: A deep understanding of the Quality Standards and a history of achieving 'Good' or 'Outstanding' Ofsted outcomes.
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Leadership Style: A grounded, empathetic leader who can manage the day-to-day complexities of residential care with a calm and professional approach.
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