Chief Executive Officer (Children’s Residential Care)

Overview

Woodbourne Ventures is supporting a care brand dedicated to providing high-quality, therapeutic residential care for children and young people aged 11 to 17 with complex needs including autism, learning disabilities, and emotional or behavioural difficulties.Our mission is to create safe, stable homes where each young person receives tailored support and the opportunity to thrive - educationally, emotionally, and socially.With 50 suitable properties already identified across the West Midlands and significant capital backing, the company is ready to launch. We are now seeking an experienced and visionary Chief Executive Officer to lead this venture from inception to national scale.The Opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to build, lead, and own a values-driven care group with the resources to deliver real impact.As CEO, you will:Define and execute the organisation’s strategyBuild and oversee a multi-site, Ofsted-regulated operationLead on safeguarding, quality, staffing, and growthWork closely with the board and investors to scale responsibly and sustainablyShare in the long-term value creation through equity ownershipKey Responsibilities

Lead strategic planning, operational delivery, and phased rollout of new homes across the West MidlandsEnsure full compliance with Ofsted and the Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015, embedding a strong safeguarding cultureRecruit and retain high-performing Registered Managers and care teamsBuild trusted relationships with local authorities, commissioners, and referral networksDrive measurable outcomes for young people across education, wellbeing, and personal developmentOversee budgets, risk, governance, and reporting to the boardRepresent the organisation with regulators, partners, and sector stakeholdersAbout You

You must have senior executive-level leadership experience in children’s residential care, SEND, or therapeutic educationA proven track record of directly scaling or operating multi-site regulated services with strong compliance and care outcomesDeep understanding of Ofsted regulation, safeguarding frameworks, and care for children with complex needsCommercially astute and operationally disciplined, with strong team-building abilityA credible, values-led leader able to inspire teams and engage confidently with commissioners, investors, and regulatorsPassionate about improving the lives of vulnerable young people and delivering high-quality, trauma-informed careWhy Join Us?

Lead the creation of a high-impact care group backed by serious long-term investment50 pre-identified homes across the West Midlands offer immediate growth potentialShape the future of care for young people with complex needsCompetitive salary with tangible equity ownershipRole details

Seniority level: ExecutiveEmployment type: Full-timeJob function: Business Development and ..... full job details .....