Area Manager - Children's Homes (Southwest England)

Brook Street UK; Scotland; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Area Manager to lead children's homes in the South West. This role emphasizes empathy and excellence, ensuring a nurturing environment for both children and staff. With a focus on well-being, the company offers a 9-day fortnight, generous leave, and top-tier training. If you are a supportive leader with experience in care standards and safeguarding, this is a meaningful opportunity to make a real difference in young lives while advancing your career.

Benefits

9-day fortnight

Generous annual leave

Pension

Employee Assistance Program

Discounts

Top-tier training

Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple children's homes or similar services.
• A supportive, people-first leadership style.

Responsibilities

• Lead several children's homes, supporting Home Managers and their teams.
• Ensure each home is a safe, nurturing place for children.

Skills

Leadership

Safeguarding Knowledge

Care Standards Knowledge

People Management

Driving License

Job description

Are you a compassionate leader ready to make a real difference? We're dedicated to supporting children and young people through therapeutic, nurturing care. We're looking for an Area Manager to inspire and guide our homes across the South West - creating safe, supportive spaces where everyone can thrive.

Why You'll Love Working With Us:

• Well-being First - Enjoy a 9-day fortnight (every other Friday off!), generous annual leave, pension, EAP, discounts, and top-tier training.

• A Culture That Cares - Join a team built on kindness, respect, and shared purpose.

• Meaningful Impact - Help shape young lives and grow your career at the same time.

About the Role

You'll lead several children's homes, supporting Home Managers and their teams to deliver high-quality, therapeutic care. With a focus on empathy and excellence, you'll ensure each home is a safe, nurturing place for children - and a supportive environment for staff.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience managing multiple children's homes or similar services

• A supportive, people-first leadership style

• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and care standards

• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the region

If you're ready to lead with heart and be part of something truly meaningful, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and help us create brighter futures-together.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.