Children's Home Registered Manager - Lead & Transform Outcomes

Para Group; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Health insurance

Pension

Team incentives

Job summary

Para Group is hiring a Registered Children's Homes Manager to lead a large home in Derby, overseeing day-to-day operations and shaping the service.

You will drive standards, safeguarding, and outcomes for children aged 8-17, line-manage staff, and manage budgets while building strong partnerships with professionals and families.

The role requires Level 5 Leadership & Management in Children & Young People, 3+ years in residential childcare, LD experience, and a full UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• Residential childcare experience is required.
• Experience with learning disabilities and complex needs is essential.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding legislation and quality standards.
• Proven leadership ability with a focus on best outcomes for children.
• Full UK driving licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the day-to-day running of the home.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, safeguarding, and quality standards.
• Create a child-centred, therapeutic, and outcomes-focused environment.
• Lead, develop, and inspire a high-performing staff team.
• Manage budgets, rotas, and overall service performance.
• Build strong relationships with professionals, families, and stakeholders.

Skills

Residential childcare experience

Learning Disabilities background

Regulatory knowledge

Leadership

UK driving licence

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Children & Young People) or equivalent

Job description

Para Group is hiring a Registered Children's Homes Manager to lead a large home in Derby, overseeing day-to-day operations and shaping the service.

You will drive standards, safeguarding, and outcomes for children aged 8-17, line-manage staff, and manage budgets while building strong partnerships with professionals and families.

The role requires Level 5 Leadership & Management in Children & Young People, 3+ years in residential childcare, LD experience, and a full UK driving licence.