Children's Home Manager

Vetro Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking a Children's Registered Manager for a residential care home in Oldham. You will supervise operations, ensure OFSTED compliance, and lead a team supporting young people with EBD in a regulated environment.

The role requires leadership experience within children's services, a Level 5 management qualification, and strong stakeholder engagement. This is a full-time, on-site position with responsibilities across regulatory compliance, care quality, and budget oversight.

Qualifications

• Level 5 Leadership and Management or equivalent.
• Experience as Deputy Manager or Registered Manager in a children's residential setting.
• Strong knowledge of OFSTED regulations and standards.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.

Responsibilities

• Hold OFSTED registration for the children's home and ensure compliance with all regulatory standards.
• Manage the residential service, providing expert support to young people with EBD.
• Recruit, develop, and manage a team of deputies, team leaders, and support workers, working closely with the HR team.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the children's home, ensuring high standards of care and safety.
• Work with senior management to implement company policies and procedures.
• Manage quality assurance processes and ensure continuous improvement.
• Oversee the service budget and ensure financial efficiency.
• Maintain strong relationships with external agencies and stakeholders.
• Work full-time, Monday to Friday, with on-call duties as required.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Education

Level 5 Leadership and Management

Job description

Job Title: Children's Registered Manager – Residential Care Home

Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester, UK

Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum

Job Description

Our client, a leading specialist provider in OFSTED-regulated children's residential care, is seeking an experienced Children's Registered Manager to oversee a residential care home in Oldham. This is a vital role for a dedicated professional committed to providing high-quality support to young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). The Children's Registered Manager will ensure the delivery of exceptional care standards, compliance with OFSTED regulations, and effective team leadership within a supportive and progressive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Hold OFSTED registration for the children's home and ensure compliance with all regulatory standards.
• Manage the residential service, providing expert support to young people with EBD.
• Recruit, develop, and manage a team of deputies, team leaders, and support workers, working closely with the HR team.
• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the children's home, ensuring high standards of care and safety.
• Work with senior management to implement company policies and procedures.
• Manage quality assurance processes and ensure continuous improvement.
• Oversee the service budget and ensure financial efficiency.
• Maintain strong relationships with external agencies and stakeholders.
• Work full-time, Monday to Friday, with on-call duties as required.

Requirements

• Level 5 in Leadership and Management or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a Deputy Manager or Registered Manager within a children's residential setting.
• Strong knowledge of OFSTED regulations and standards.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a regulated environment and ensure compliance.
• Good communication and organizational skills.

Our client offers a supportive working environment within a national organisation that specialises in OFSTED-regulated support services, with opportunities for career development and progression.

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.