Business Childcare Operations Manager

Medico Partners Ltd; Tees Valley; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare service provider is seeking a leader to manage new service mobilisations and guide exceptional care teams. The role emphasizes strategic leadership in children's residential care, compliance with social care standards, and stakeholder engagement. Competitive salary of £65,000 plus benefits including flexible working hours, annual leave, and health insurance.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

Private medical insurance

Gym discounts

Life assurance (2x salary)

Employee referral bonus

Qualifications

• Hands-on leadership approach in service development.
• Experience in children's residential care required.
• Valid Passport and Enhanced DBS necessary.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mobilisation of new services and track progress.
• Drive quality improvements and deliver reports.
• Manage and mentor teams for exceptional care.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership in children's residential care

Knowledge of social care regulations

Collaborative mindset

Commitment to continuous improvement

Job description

Location: Newton Aycliffe

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £65,000 per annum + £5,000 car allowance

️ Closing Date: Wednesday 1 October 2025

Tasks

Leading the mobilisation of new services, ensuring deadlines are met and progress is effectively tracked

Driving quality improvements by delivering insightful reports on service outcomes

Managing and mentoring teams to deliver exceptional care while meeting financial and operational goals

Acting as Responsible Individual when required, ensuring services are fully compliant with all statutory and regulatory standards

Building and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders including Ofsted, social workers, and local authorities

Championing our values and ensuring our vision and purpose are embedded in every aspect of service delivery

Requirements

A strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to leadership and service development

A compassionate and inspiring leader with experience in children’s residential care

Deep knowledge of children’s social care regulations and frameworks

A collaborative mindset, able to work across clinical, education, and outdoor teams

A commitment to continuous improvement, learning, and professional development

Valid Passport copy

Enhanced DBS

Sharecode Right to work(If you are not a British passport holder)

No sponsorship provided

Benefits

Competitive Salary: £65,000 + £5,000 car allowance

Generous Annual Leave: 35 days (with additional days after 2 and 5 years’ service)

Work-Life Balance: 40-hour week (Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm) with some flexibility

Health & Wellbeing:

• Private Medical Insurance
• Medicash plan
• 24/7 GP access
• Cashback on optical and dental care
• Gym discounts

Recognition & Rewards:

• £1,000 employee referral bonus
• Monthly ‘Wilderness Heroes’ awards

Financial Security:

• Pension contributions
• Life assurance (2x salary)

Perks & Discounts:

• High street and leisure savings
• Tailored local discounts

Make a Real Impact

Join a team that believes in the power of safe, nurturing environments to change lives. Be part of something extraordinary — where your leadership directly shapes the future of children and young people.