Children's Home Manager: Lead a New Nurturing Service

Carepro Limited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Carepro Limited in London is seeking an experienced Registered Children’s Home Manager to lead a newly refurbished three-bed detached home in Rainham, Essex.

You will oversee staffing, budgets, and daily operations, work with Ofsted and social care professionals, and shape a nurturing, child-centred environment from day one. The role requires a Level 5 Diploma and senior residential childcare experience, with a strong commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable children.

Qualifications

• Must hold Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare or equivalent as per statutory guidance.
• Proven experience in a children’s residential home.
• Clear experience dealing with Ofsted inspections and regulatory requirements.
• At least two years in a senior or deputy role within residential childcare.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the staff team to deliver safe, consistent, child-centred care.
• Oversee the final setup and ongoing development of the home from opening.
• Maintain a warm, secure and nurturing environment for children in care.
• Take responsibility for staffing, budgets, and daily operational processes.
• Build constructive relationships with families, social workers and external agencies.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisation

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Carepro Limited in London is seeking an experienced Registered Children’s Home Manager to lead a newly refurbished three-bed detached home in Rainham, Essex.

You will oversee staffing, budgets, and daily operations, work with Ofsted and social care professionals, and shape a nurturing, child-centred environment from day one. The role requires a Level 5 Diploma and senior residential childcare experience, with a strong commitment to improving outcomes for vulnerable children.