Residential Childrens Home Manager

This superb company are recruiting for an experienced Residential Children's Home Manager based in Manchester. A full job specification will be sent to you on application.About the roleAs the Residential Children's Home Manager you will have overall responsibility for day-to-day management of the Home, including:Efficient management of the house budgetOverseeing the development of staff and the young people in placementFormulating and updating placement plansRisk assessments and positive handling plansEnsuring Health and Safety guidelines are adhered toMonitoring of a monthly Health and Safety AuditDelivering high-quality service provision incorporating care, welfare, safety and security of all children and young people in your careKey ResponsibilitiesOversee the day-to-day operations of the home to ensure the highest standards of care, safety, and wellbeingProvide strong leadership and supervision to staff, including induction, appraisals, rota planning, and reflective practiceEnsure full compliance with the Childrens Homes Regulations, Care Standards Act, and Ofsted expectationsAct as Designated Safeguarding Lead, fostering a strong safeguarding culture within the homeLead on quality assurance, including monitoring, audits, and preparation for Ofsted inspectionsManage relationships with external professionals including social workers, families, health and education providersMaintain accurate records and submit notifications to Ofsted and other bodies as requiredEnsure policies, procedures and the Statement of Purpose are up to date and implemented in practiceSupport children and young people to achieve positive outcomes through personalised, therapeutic careAbout the rewardsFor the role of Residential Children's Home Manager you will work minimum of 37.5 hours per week and there is on offer:A salary of 60,000 per annum (including 1,500 on call allowance based on experience salary)2,500 Outstanding Ofsted Bonus3,000 Joining Bonus28 days paid annual leave entitlement + 8 Bank Holidays aA loyalty scheme which rewards you with extra annual leave following 2 years of service.Team building daysPrivate Optical and Dental coverAbout youTo be successful for the role of Residential Children's Home Manager, the essential skills and attributes you you must have are:Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent or willing to work towards within required timeframe)Minimum 2 years experience working in a residential childcare setting within the last 5 years experienceMinimum 1 years experience in a supervisory or management role in a childrens homeStrong understanding of relevant legislation, safeguarding, and inspection frameworksExcellent leadership, organisational, and communication skillsCommitment to trauma-informed and child-focused practice (preferably experience in using PACE)Experience in using Non-Violent ResistanceAbility to meet Ofsteds fit person requirements for registrationFull UK driving licence and enhanced DBS checkAbout the HomeThe organisation is committed to ensuring that they are always recruiting, retaining and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues who are representative of the diversity in their local community and actively celebrate their staffs different abilities, sexual orientation, ethnicity, faith, and gender.As they are committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of children & young people, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure, an employment background check, satisfactory references & verification of right to work in the UK.How to ApplyPlease note that eRecruitSmart is advertising on behalf of the Hiring Company and your CV will be sent to the Hiring Manager who is responsible for the vacancy that you have applied to. Please only apply if you consent to these terms.You must reside in and have eligibility to work in the UK. Please note, only suitable applicants will be contacted. If your address and contact details are not on your CV, you will not be considered.We look forward to hearing from you!JBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-09-09