Children’s Home Manager

Overview

Children’s Home ManagerLocation: NelsonSalary: up to £55,000 plus up to £8,500 bonusSolo EBD Home

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and motivate the staff team to deliver high-quality, person-centred care and support to children.
• Oversee the day-to-day operational management of the home, ensuring safe, effective, and efficient service delivery at all times.
• Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations, relevant legislation, and organisational policies, preparing for and managing inspections.
• Implement and monitor care plans and behaviour support strategies, ensuring the emotional, social, and educational needs of each child are met.
• Conduct regular staff supervision, performance reviews, and team meetings, addressing performance issues and supporting professional development.
• Manage budgets, resources, and rota planning to ensure adequate staffing levels and cost-effective operation of the home.
• Maintain high standards of record keeping, reporting, and documentation, including incident reports, risk assessments, and regulatory returns.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with external agencies, families, and professionals to support positive outcomes for children.

Key Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years experience in a role relevant to the residential care of children.
• At least 12 months experience in a managerial, senior, team leader, or supervisory role within care.
• Proven leadership and team management skills, with experience of staff supervision and performance management.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation, best practice, and regulatory expectations, including Ofsted regulations.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding, risk management, and behaviour support within children s residential services.
• Excellent report writing and record-keeping skills, with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident decision-maker, able to manage complex situations, prioritise effectively, and remain calm under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, challenge, and support staff and stakeholders.

Desirable Skills

• Experience of successfully managing or deputising in a children s residential home through Ofsted inspections.
• Background in developing and implementing service improvement plans and quality assurance processes.
• Experience working with children with complex needs, trauma, or challenging behaviour.
• Competence in using care management systems and digital record-keeping tools.
• Experience in budget management and resource planning within a care setting.

Qualifications

• Level 3 Diploma in Leadership and Management (or equivalent) essential.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (or equivalent) desirable, or willingness to work towards this.
• Relevant social care qualification in children s residential care desirable.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in safeguarding, behaviour management, and leadership.

Benefits

• Competitive salary up to £55,000, plus a bonus structure with potential to earn up to £8,500.
• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• A day off for your birthday, company sick pay, Death in Service at 4 x basic salary.
• Access to a free company holiday home in the Peak District, Green Hybrid and EV car scheme, healthcare cashback plan, company pension.
• Comprehensive paid induction (Bild-accredited) and ongoing training, strong career progression opportunities, cycle to work scheme.
• Monthly recognition awards, casual dress code, big-brand deals and discounts, food while on shift, and free parking.

How to apply

If you are an experienced children s residential care professional ready to take ownership of a high-performing home, we d like to hear from you. To apply for this role please call Tabitha at Purosearch on (phone number removed) or send your CV for immediate attention to (url removed).

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