Express Recruitment are excited to support a local organisation in the appointment of a Residential Care Manager for children. In this pivotal role, you will champion the wellbeing and development of young people who have faced significant challenges, providing guidance, stability, and support to help them thrive. Our client is seeking an experienced professional with a proven track record in residential care management, leadership, and delivering high standards of care.This role offers a competitive salary of up to £65,000, a profit-share scheme, and the unique opportunity to be the first-ever Residential Manager of a brand-new home, shaping its culture, policies, and care approach from the ground up.Having successfully placed a candidate within the organisation previously, we have seen first-hand the supportive culture and long-term opportunities available. One of our placed candidates commented: Its incredibly rewarding being part of a company where you genuinely feel trusted to make a difference. The support from senior leadership and the focus on the young people really sets this organisation apart.Skills & Experience
- Proven ability to lead and inspire a team in a high responsibility setting
- Deep understanding of safeguarding and child protection practices
- Familiarity with care home regulations and Ofsted standards
- Excellent communication skills for engaging with children, staff, and external partners
- Strong organisational instincts and attention to detail
Roles & Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of a residential care setting, ensuring a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment for children
- Develop, implement, and review personalised support plans and safety protocols in line with statutory regulations
- Lead, mentor, and manage a dedicated team, including performance reviews, training, and professional development
- Coordinate enriching activities and experiences tailored to individual interests and developmental need
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, regulatory requirements, financial management, and reporting standards
About Express RecruitmentExpress Recruitment has been offering exceptional recruitment solutions across the East Midlands since 1987, exceeding expectations every time of over 267,000 candidates. We supply a diverse range of sectors including Engineering, Technology, Professional Services, Languages, Sales & Marketing, Call Centres, Commercial, Manufacturing, Local Authority, NHS, Education and Voluntary organisations. Find all of our current vacancies on ?? https://bit.ly/3IaEnI7 Not quite found the right role for you yet? Let us do the scrolling for you! Your search for a new role has never been so easy, just fill in our contact form on https://bit.ly/3NHa9NR or give us a call on 0115 924 0010 and we will do the rest for you.Job LocationNottingham, NottinghamshireSalaryc£65000 Per Annum DOEJob Type and HoursFull time, Permanent
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