Children's Home Manager

CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive induction

Company pension

Free parking

Health & wellbeing support

Staff events

Casual dress

Discounted meals

Job summary

CS UK Recruitment Ltd is recruiting for an experienced Children's Home Manager to lead a new residential children's home in the Sheffield area. This role sits with a well-established healthcare organisation recognised for delivering high-quality care across the UK.

You will oversee day-to-day operations, staff development, safeguarding, and Ofsted compliance, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment for children and young people.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare or equivalent.
• Candidates working towards Level 5 encouraged.
• Experience in a residential childcare setting.
• Understanding Ofsted requirements and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Launch and develop a new residential children's home.
• Lead and support staff to deliver high standards of care.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted, safeguarding and care standards.
• Build relationships with families, local authorities and partner agencies.
• Participate in recruitment, induction, training, supervision and appraisal.
• Support budgets, resources and day-to-day operations.
• Foster a child-centered environment emphasizing safety and development.

Skills

Residential childcare experience

Leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

Staff development

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare

Level 5 Leadership & Management (desirable)

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced Children's Home Manager to lead a residential children's home in the Sheffield area. This position is with a well-established healthcare organisation recognised for delivering high-quality care across the UK.

The service provides a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where children and young people are encouraged to build confidence, achieve positive outcomes, and reach their full potential through individualised care and support

Key Duties

• Assist with the launch and ongoing development of a new residential children's home
• Lead, motivate, and support the staff team to deliver high standards of care
• Ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted requirements, safeguarding legislation, and relevant care standards
• Develop effective working relationships with families, local authorities, and partner agencies
• Participate in recruitment, induction, training, supervision, and performance management of staff
• Support the effective management of budgets, resources, and day-to-day operations
• Foster a positive, child-focused environment that promotes safety, stability, and personal development

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience working within a residential childcare setting
• Good knowledge of safeguarding procedures and the needs of vulnerable children and young people
• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills with the ability to inspire others
• Committed to delivering high-quality care and keen to further develop a career in residential childcare management

Essential Requirements -

Applicants must hold an NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (Children and Young People or an equivalent qualification). Candidates currently working towards a Level 5 qualification, or willing to undertake it, are encouraged to apply

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary of £52,000–£55,000 per annum, depending on experience - Pay frequency is monthly
• Full-time permanent position working day shifts
• Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing professional development
• Funded Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification where required
• Support from an experienced and approachable senior management team
• Opportunity to play a key role in establishing a new, high-quality residential service
• Excellent employee benefits including additional annual leave, company pension, free parking, health and wellbeing support, staff events, casual dress, and discounted or complimentary meals

Reference: 7371JC