Children’s Home Manager

Career Makers (Delivering Fresh Talent in Bulk); Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Manchester seeks a dedicated Registered Children’s Home Manager to oversee two Ofsted-rated 'Good' homes. This dual registration role involves operational leadership, ensuring compliance with care standards, and driving high-quality outcomes for young people with complex needs. Ideal candidates will possess a Level 5 Diploma and experience in a managerial role within residential childcare.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Enhanced pay for overtime/sleep-ins

Free Enhanced DBS check

Ongoing access to sector-relevant training

Access to Blue Light Card for discounts

£250 staff referral bonus post-probation

Work-from-home flexibility (up to 1 day/week)

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years in residential childcare, including 12+ months as Registered Manager.
• Proven Ofsted registration and inspection experience.
• Valid manual driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Full operational leadership of both children’s homes.
• Oversight of all care, safeguarding, compliance, and regulatory practices.
• Staff management, supervision, and development.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safeguarding

Problem Solving

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England)

Job description

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Registered Children’s Home Manager (Dual Registration) - Manchester


Location: Chorlton and Withington


Salary: Up to £90,000 per annum (£70,000 base + £10,000 performance bonus per home)

Type: Full-time | Permanent | Monday - Friday (40 hours/week)

Ofsted Registered | Dual 2-Bedded Homes | Both Rated 'Good'

About The Role

Are you a dedicated and experienced Registered Manager ready for your next challenge? We are seeking an ambitious and compassionate Registered Children’s Home Manager to lead two Ofsted-rated ‘Good’ 2-bed homes in the Manchester are. This is a dual registration role with full support from a deputy, a Head of Care, and established teams at both homes.

You will play a critical role in providing outstanding care and support for young people with complex behavioural needs, ensuring compliance with the Care Standards Act 2000, Children’s Homes Regulations, and Ofsted Quality Standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Full operational leadership of both children’s homes
• Oversight of all care, safeguarding, compliance, and regulatory practices
• Staff management, supervision, and development (Deputies, Seniors, RCWs)
• Developing and delivering effective care/support plans
• Liaising with families, professionals, and external agencies
• Driving high-quality outcomes for children and maintaining Ofsted standards
• Ensuring budget compliance and resource efficiency
  
  

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England)
• At least 3+ years in residential childcare, including 12+ months as a Registered Manager
• Proven Ofsted registration and inspection experience
• Valid manual driving licence
• Strong leadership, communication, safeguarding, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of Children’s Home Regulations, Reg 44 & 45 reporting, and SCCIF
  
  

What We Offer

• 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pay for overtime/sleep-ins
• Free Enhanced DBS check (and renewals)
• Ongoing access to sector-relevant training
• Access to Blue Light Card for retail, holiday, and lifestyle discounts
• £250 staff referral bonus post-probation
• Work-from-home flexibility (up to 1 day/week)
  
  

Desired Attributes

• Resilient, motivated, and values-driven
• Calm and non-judgemental with a clear vision
• Strong integrity and ability to lead by example
• Passionate about achieving excellent outcomes for children
• Experienced in working with complex and challenging behaviours
  
  

This role does not offer sponsorship

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Sales and Business Development

• Industries

  Public Safety

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