Woodstock, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
£65000 - £70000
Permanent
Registered Manager – Specialist Children’s Residential (EBD)
Location: Woodstock, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Salary: £65,000 – £70,000 per annum
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Job Description:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Registered Manager to lead the launch of a new specialist children’s residential home in Woodstock, Oxfordshire. This role offers the chance to shape a pioneering 3-bed service supporting children and young people aged 6 to 17, within a semi-rural setting. Backed by an established provider and guided by an experienced Operational Director, you will have full autonomy to build your team and deliver outstanding therapeutic care.
Key Responsibilities:
As a Registered Manager based in Woodstock, your daily duties will include:
- Setting up and leading the new service, including recruitment, team development, and establishing a positive, child-centred culture.
- Leading the registration process with Ofsted, ensuring full compliance with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 to achieve a 'Good' or 'Outstanding' rating.
- Managing referrals and admissions, ensuring children are matched to promote stability and positive outcomes.
- Collaborating with clinically trained staff to ensure therapeutic practice is embedded across all aspects of care.
- Working closely with visiting clinical psychologists to review care plans and support staff practice.
- Overseeing safeguarding procedures using digital safeguarding systems to maintain maximum safety and compliance.
Requirements & Qualifications:
To be successful as a Registered Manager in Woodstock, you will need:
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
- Proven experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within an Ofsted-registered children’s residential home supporting children with EBD.
- In-depth knowledge of Ofsted inspection frameworks, safeguarding legislation, and therapeutic care principles.
- A Full UK Driving Licence due to the semi-rural location.
- Strong leadership skills, resilience, and a passion for building a flagship service.
Benefits & Work Environment:
- Competitive salary of £65,000 – £70,000 per annum, with regular pay reviews.
- Unrivalled wellbeing package, including quarterly spa breaks and health perks.
- Support from an experienced senior management team with over 25 years of sector expertise.
- Fast-track progression opportunities as the organisation expands.
- Access to modern safeguarding software, digital care logging, and monthly clinical support.
If you are a qualified Registered Manager seeking an exciting new challenge in Woodstock, apply today!
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