Job Description:

Location: Surbiton, London
Home: Brand-new 4-bed children's residential home supporting children and young people aged 7–17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)
Salary: Up to £80,000 per annum with Ofsted related bonus

• Ofsted Registration bonus of up to £10,000
• Opportunity to lead and shape a brand-new service from the ground up
• Influence the vision, values, and development of a growing organisation
• Make a lasting impact on the lives of children and young people
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Comprehensive training and professional development opportunities
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• 37.5-hour working week

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People's Services (or equivalent), or willingness to work towards it
• Minimum of 2 years' experience working with children in a residential care setting within the last 5 years
• At least 1 year's experience in a senior or leadership position within residential childcare
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding practices and child protection procedures
• Experience developing and implementing care plans, risk assessments, and behaviour support strategies
• Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff teams
• Experience working effectively with external agencies and stakeholders
• Understanding of Children's Homes Regulations 2015, Children Act 1989 & 2004, and Care Standards Act 2000
• Knowledge of attachment theory, child development, trauma-informed practice, and adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
• Strong organisational, communication, and budget management skills

• Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management and operation of the children's home
• Ensure the home consistently delivers outstanding standards of care, safeguarding, and regulatory compliance
• Lead, supervise, and develop a high-performing care team
• Create a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where young people can thrive
• Oversee care planning, risk management, and the delivery of individualised support
• Promote positive outcomes, emotional development, and stability for children and young people
• Build and maintain effective relationships with local authorities, professionals, families, and external agencies
• Monitor and continuously improve the quality of care and service delivery
• Manage budgets, resources, and staffing effectively to ensure operational success
• Prepare for and lead Ofsted inspections, driving the home towards positive outcomes
• Ensure all safeguarding concerns are appropriately managed and reported in line with legislation and best practice

To apply for this exceptional opportunity please call Tabitha at Purosearch on (phone number removed) or send your CV direct to (url removed)