Children's Home Manager

Diverse Talent Partners Ltd; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable care organization in Gillingham is seeking a passionate Children's Home Manager to lead a new Ofsted-regulated service catering to children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties. The role requires proven experience in children's residential care and strong knowledge of Ofsted standards. Responsibilities include managing the home's operations, delivering person-centred care, and inspiring a dedicated team. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £55,000, career progression, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Career progression & leadership development

Reflective practice sessions with therapists

Staff awards & recognition

Inclusive, supportive culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in children's residential care.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted standards and safeguarding.
• Willingness to complete the Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• Skilled in leading teams and managing behaviours associated with trauma.
• IT‑confident and data‑literate.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage an Ofsted‑registered children's home.
• Deliver trauma‑informed, person‑centred care.
• Safeguard and support children with complex needs.
• Inspire, manage, and support your team.
• Drive quality improvement and compliance.
• Oversee service operations, including staffing, risk, and budgets.

Skills

Experience in children's residential care

Understanding of Ofsted standards

Team leadership skills

Compassion and resilience

IT confidence

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Children's Home Manager

Gillingham

£50,000 - £55,000 per year

40 hours / week (MonFri) + occasional evenings / weekends + on-call rota

Ready to Lead a Life‑Changing Service?

We're seeking a passionate and experienced Children's Home Manager to lead the registration and operations of a new Ofsted‑regulated children's home, supporting young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This is an exciting opportunity for a current Registered Manager or Deputy looking to step up and make a real impact.

What You will Do:

• Lead and manage an Ofsted‑registered children's home
• Deliver trauma‑informed, person‑centred care
• Safeguard and support children with complex needs
• Inspire, manage, and support your team
• Drive quality improvement and compliance
• Oversee service operations, including staffing, risk, budgets

About You:

• Proven experience in children's residential care
• Strong understanding of Ofsted standards and safeguarding
• Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete)
• Skilled in leading teams and managing behaviours associated with trauma
• IT‑confident and data‑literate
• Driven, compassionate, and resilient

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: up to £55,000
• 25 days annual leave (increases with service)
• Career progression & leadership development
• Reflective practice sessions with therapists
• Staff awards & recognition
• Inclusive, supportive, values‑driven culture

This is more than a job, it's a chance to transform lives.

Please apply now to become our next Children's Home Manager and help shape a safe, nurturing future for children in care.

Please forward your up‑to‑date CV to [e-mail]