Operations Manager

Purosearch Ltd; Preston; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Purosearch Ltd is seeking an Operations Manager for children's residential care, located in Preston and the North West. This position involves overseeing operational compliance, team development, and maintaining high standards of care in multiple children's homes. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in the sector and a proven record of positive outcomes with regulatory bodies like Ofsted.

Benefits

Car Allowance

Welcome Bonus

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a senior role within children’s residential care.
• Strong track record of positive Ofsted outcomes.
• Equipped to drive quality improvement and team development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple children’s homes and ensure high-quality safeguarding practices.
• Maintain compliance with Ofsted and regulatory standards.
• Support Home Managers and collaborate with management teams.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Regulatory Compliance

Safeguarding

Quality Improvement

Education

Level 5 in Leadership & Management

Job description

Operations Manager – Children’s Residential Care
Location: Preston & North West
Salary: Up to £60,000 DOE + £3,960 Car Allowance or Company Car + £3,000 Welcome Bonus

The Role:
As Operations Manager, you’ll oversee multiple children’s homes, ensuring high standards of care, regulatory compliance, and team development. You’ll drive quality improvement, safeguard children and staff, and work with senior leaders to achieve strategic goals and placement targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support Home Managers across the region

• Maintain operational compliance with Ofsted and regulatory standards

• Act as interim Home Manager when needed

• Ensure high-quality safeguarding and care practices

• Support referrals and placements in line with targets

• Collaborate with companies wider management teams

Requirements:

• 5+ years in a senior role within children’s residential care (strong RMs considered)

• Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or equivalent)

• Proven track record of positive Ofsted outcomes
  
  If interested please call Tom at Purosearch or just click apply!