Lead Children's Residential Home Manager

Priority Recruitment Services Ltd; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Priority Recruitment Services Ltd in Walsall, West Midlands, is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a 4-bedroom children's residential home. The role focuses on safeguarding, regulatory compliance, and delivering outstanding outcomes for young people aged 8–17.

You will develop a dedicated team, ensure regulatory compliance and create a therapeutic environment where children can feel safe and achieve their potential.

Qualifications

• Management of a children's residential home.
• Experience in children's residential care and senior leadership.
• Level 3 qualification in Children's and Young People's Workforce.
• QCF Level 5 Leadership and Management or willingness to pursue it.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and knowledge of Homes Regulations.
• Familiar with Ofsted inspections and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of the residential home.
• Lead, motivate and supervise residential care staff.
• Maintain safeguarding and child protection standards.
• Ensure Ofsted readiness and regulatory inspections.
• Oversee care plans and risk assessments.
• Support recruitment, induction and staff development.
• Manage resources and budget control.
• Collaborate with social workers and local authorities.
• Promote a positive and supportive team culture.
• Ensure the home remains safe, welcoming and well-maintained.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Safeguarding

Regulatory compliance

Budget management

Team leadership

Communication

Decision making

Education

Level 3 qualification in Children's & Young People's Workforce

QCF Level 5 Leadership and Management

Job description

Priority Recruitment Services Ltd in Walsall, West Midlands, is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead a 4-bedroom children's residential home. The role focuses on safeguarding, regulatory compliance, and delivering outstanding outcomes for young people aged 8–17.

You will develop a dedicated team, ensure regulatory compliance and create a therapeutic environment where children can feel safe and achieve their potential.