- Hertfordshire, East England
- Permanent
- £70,000 /Yr
- Standard
- Expires In a month
Dual Home Manager
Solo Children's Residential Services
Location: Hertfordshire | £70,000 per annum | 2 x Solo EBD Services
Full-Time | Permanent
We are recruiting for a passionate, experienced, and strong leader to take on the role of Dual Home Manager, overseeing two solo occupancy children's residential homes that support young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
This is a senior leadership opportunity offering autonomy, responsibility, and the chance to directly shape the futures of young people through therapeutic and trauma-informed care.
Due to the nature of the role, prior experience managing children's residential homes is essential.
What You'll Get:
£70,000 annual salary - competitive, reflective of your experience and leadership
Support from a committed senior management team and therapeutic leads
Opportunity to lead high-quality, person-centred care in two well-resourced services
Key Responsibilities:
Provide strong, hands-on leadership across two solo EBD children's homes
Oversee all aspects of day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance and high standards
Inspire and lead multidisciplinary teams across both sites
Ensure both homes meet Ofsted regulations and achieve/maintain a 'Good' or 'Outstanding' rating
Create a positive, safe, and nurturing environment for children aged 8-17
Implement and monitor care plans, risk assessments, and safeguarding procedures
Work closely with local authorities, social workers, and external agencies
Manage budgets, staffing, rotas, and performance consistently across services
Promote a culture of excellence, accountability, and child-centred practice
What We're Looking For:
Strong leadership experience within children's residential care - this is essential
Proven track record of managing teams and achieving successful Ofsted inspections
In-depth understanding of EBD, safeguarding, and regulatory frameworks
NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Leadership & Management (Children & Young People)
Confident decision-maker with excellent communication and people management skills
Ability to inspire teams and create a high-performing, supportive culture across multiple settings
If you're a strong, values-driven leader ready to make a real impact, we want to hear from you.