Children's Residential Home Manager

Mellors Care; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's services provider in Liverpool is seeking a Children's Residential Home Manager to lead a brand-new home specializing in supporting children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). The successful candidate will have strong leadership skills and previous experience in children's residential care. This role offers the opportunity to shape the home's culture and receive mentorship from an experienced operator.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a deputy or senior role in children's residential care.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of supporting children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the residential home, ensuring safety and wellbeing of children.
• Work closely with the nominated individual for guidance.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including Ofsted.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Experience with EBD

Job description

Children's Residential Home Manager - Liverpool

Location: Liverpool

Hours: Full-time

Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience

I'm working on behalf of an established children's services operator with over 20 years' experience, opening a brand-new residential home in Liverpool. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Deputy Manager or aspiring manager to step up into a leadership role. The home specialises in supporting children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

The Role

As the Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the home. You will receive strong support from the nominated individual, who will be onsite three days per week to provide guidance, development, and mentorship. This is a fantastic chance to lead a new home from the start and shape its culture, systems, and team, with an excellent support network behind you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the residential home, ensuring the safety, wellbeing, and development of children.
• Work closely with the nominated individual for guidance and professional development.
• Build and support a skilled, motivated staff team.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, including Ofsted requirements.
• Develop and implement personalised care plans for children with EBD.
• Create a nurturing and structured environment that promotes positive outcomes for children.

Candidate Requirements

• Previous experience in a deputy or senior role in children's residential care.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Knowledge and experience of supporting children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
• Committed to delivering high-quality, nurturing, and stable care.
• Ready to take on responsibility as a Registered Manager in a new home.

Why Apply

• Lead a brand-new home with the backing of an experienced, respected operator.
• Receive mentorship and support from the nominated individual onsite.
• Opportunity to shape the home's culture and operations from the ground up.
• Work in a rewarding role making a real difference in the lives of children with EBD.

If you are an experienced, motivated deputy or senior professional ready to step into a management role, please apply with your CV to recieve a call from a member of our team