Bramley, Hampshire, United Kingdom
£55500 - £70500
Permanent
Registered Manager | Children’s Residential (EBD) | Bramley
Primary Location: Bramley, Hampshire/Berkshire Border
Jobs Also Available In: Tadley, Sherfield-on-Loddon, Basingstoke, Stratfield Saye, Silchester, Hook, Mortimer
Salary: £55,500 – £70,500 per annum (DOE) + Performance Bonus & Enhanced Rural Allowance
The Opportunity: Leading Specialist Care in a Rural Hub
A unique opportunity has emerged for a high-caliber Registered Manager to lead a specialist EBD (Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties) home in the charming village of Bramley. This role is ideally suited for a leader who values the peace and stability of a rural setting while managing a service that serves as a vital hub for the Hampshire/Berkshire border.
As the Registered Manager, you will oversee a service that emphasizes community integration and the development of life skills in a "small-town" atmosphere. This is an evergreen opportunity to lead a dedicated staff team in a home that prides itself on its nurturing environment and its ability to achieve significant therapeutic milestones for young people.
Why This Role in Bramley?
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Rural Stability: Lead a service in a low-arousal, picturesque environment that provides a safe and grounding backdrop for young people with complex emotional needs.
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Refined 2026 Package: A salary range of £55.5k – £70.5k, featuring a specialized rural allowance and a bonus structure tied to achieving long-term placement stability.
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Transport Connectivity: Despite its rural feel, Bramley offers excellent rail links directly to Basingstoke and Reading, making it highly accessible for a high-quality staff team.
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Community Focus: Manage a home that enjoys strong local links, providing unique opportunities for residents to engage in village life and outdoor-based therapeutic activities.
Key Responsibilities
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Regulatory Ownership: Assume full legal responsibility as the Registered Manager, ensuring the home strictly adheres to the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015.
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Staff Leadership: Recruit, supervise, and mentor a high-performing care team, fostering a culture of professional resilience and empathy within the local Bramley workforce.
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Therapeutic Stewardship: Oversee the daily delivery of individualized care plans, ensuring every young person has a voice in their therapeutic journey.
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Multi-Agency Liaison: Build and maintain robust relationships with Hampshire and West Berkshire local authorities, ensuring cohesive and consistent support for all residents.
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 track record in a management or senior supervisory capacity within a children’s EBD residential setting.
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Knowledge: Deep expertise in the Quality Standards and a successful history of managing Ofsted inspections.
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Resilience: A grounded, empathetic leader who can manage the day-to-day complexities of a rural service with poise and professionalism.
About Vetro Recruitment
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.
