Children's Care Home Manager — Lead Safeguarding & Ofsted

CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Enhanced DBS

Employee Assistance Programme

Fully Funded Care Certificate

Refer a Friend Bonus

Job summary

CS UK Recruitment Ltd is assisting in sourcing an experienced Children’s Care Home Manager for a brand-new opportunity in the Warrington area. You will lead a children’s home for young people with complex needs, ensuring safeguarding, regulatory compliance and outstanding care.

You will partner with the Registered Manager to uphold Ofsted standards, build strong links with Social Services, NHS, Police and Education, and deputise in the manager’s absence while developing your team into future

Qualifications

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management – Children’s Residential or willingness to work towards it
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare
• Two years of supervisory experience with children
• Understanding of Ofsted expectations and childcare legislation
• Calm and composed under pressure with trauma-informed approach

Responsibilities

• Safeguarding expert with risk assessment and regulation knowledge
• Support Registered Manager and ensure home meets Ofsted standards
• Build relationships with Social Services, NHS, Police, and Education
• Deputise for the Registered Manager and lead the team in their absence
• Lead staff development and nurture future leaders
• Monitor standards, meet objectives, and implement systems reflecting outstanding practice

Skills

Supervisory experience

Safeguarding knowledge

Ofsted standards understanding

Risk assessment

Relationship building

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management – Children’s Residential

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

CS UK Recruitment Ltd is assisting in sourcing an experienced Children’s Care Home Manager for a brand-new opportunity in the Warrington area. You will lead a children’s home for young people with complex needs, ensuring safeguarding, regulatory compliance and outstanding care.

You will partner with the Registered Manager to uphold Ofsted standards, build strong links with Social Services, NHS, Police and Education, and deputise in the manager’s absence while developing your team into future