New 2-Bed Children's Home Manager (Trauma-Informed)

Leaders In Care Ltd; Stockport; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's home provider seeks a Registered Manager to open and lead a new 2-bed children's home in Stockport. This role offers a salary up to £50,000 plus performance-related bonuses and opportunities for ongoing leadership training. Responsibilities include overseeing the Ofsted registration process, recruiting and training staff, and ensuring a trauma-informed, nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have experience as a manager or strong deputy, along with the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare.

Benefits

Performance-related bonus package

Ongoing leadership training and qualifications

Clear progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Manager or strong Deputy ready to step up.
• Strong understanding of children's homes regulations and Ofsted frameworks.
• Confident in managing operational, compliance, and safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Ofsted registration process and prepare for inspection.
• Recruit, train, and manage a new residential staff team.
• Embed a trauma-informed, relationship-based approach within the home.
• Oversee safeguarding, compliance, and quality assurance.
• Manage budgets, rotas, and operational systems effectively.
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where young people can thrive.

Skills

Leadership in care management

Understanding of children's homes regulations

Safeguarding knowledge

Team recruitment and training

Relationship-based approach

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

A children's home provider seeks a Registered Manager to open and lead a new 2-bed children's home in Stockport. This role offers a salary up to £50,000 plus performance-related bonuses and opportunities for ongoing leadership training. Responsibilities include overseeing the Ofsted registration process, recruiting and training staff, and ensuring a trauma-informed, nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have experience as a manager or strong deputy, along with the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare.