Lead Children's Home Manager (12-Month Maternity Cover)

P4 Recruitment Ltd; Walsall; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care recruitment agency is seeking a Children's Home Registered Manager for a 12-month maternity cover, starting in December 2025. The role involves managing day-to-day operations and ensuring compliance with regulations while delivering exceptional care to children. Ideal candidates will have a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management and experience in children's residential care. Competitive salary and potential for a permanent role.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Progression to permanent role

Comprehensive training

Company pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a children’s residential home or similar setting.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding legislation.
• Experience supporting children with learning and/or physical disabilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and support a multi-disciplinary team to deliver outstanding care.
• Maintain full compliance with Ofsted and all statutory frameworks.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare and wellbeing of children in accordance with their care plans.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and improvement plans.
• Oversee staff recruitment, induction, supervision, and appraisals.
• Build and sustain effective relationships with families, professionals, and external agencies.
• Manage budgets and resources efficiently.
• Prepare reports and documentation for inspections and internal review.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Organizational skills

Child-focused approach

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management (Health and Social Care or equivalent)

Job description

A children's care recruitment agency is seeking a Children's Home Registered Manager for a 12-month maternity cover, starting in December 2025. The role involves managing day-to-day operations and ensuring compliance with regulations while delivering exceptional care to children. Ideal candidates will have a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management and experience in children's residential care. Competitive salary and potential for a permanent role.