Regional Manager. Job in Staffordshire Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A leading care organization is seeking a skilled Service Manager for children’s residential services in the Staffordshire region. The role involves overseeing operations, mentoring Home Managers, ensuring compliance with Ofsted standards, and leading quality improvements. A minimum of 4 years in children’s residential settings and a Level 5 Diploma or willingness to obtain it are essential. A full UK driving licence is required. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £60,000 plus bonuses.

Benefits

Monthly performance-related bonus

Enhanced annual leave

NEST pension scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years experience in a children’s residential setting.
• At least 3 years supervisory or leadership experience required.
• Experience supporting young people with emotional, behavioural, or neurodiverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across multiple residential homes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop Home Managers and senior teams.
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead.

Skills

Experience in children’s residential settings

Supervisory or leadership experience

Support for young people with diverse needs

Audit and quality improvement

Full UK driving licence

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management

Job description

Service Manager Children s Residential Services Staffordshire Region Up to £60,000 + Bonuses

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Service Manager to oversee a cluster of children s residential homes across Staffordshire. This is a pivotal leadership position within a growing organisation committed to delivering high‑quality care and achieving positive outcomes for young people.

In this role, you will lead and support Registered Managers, champion continuous improvement, and ensure full compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding standards. Regular travel between services and the central office is required, so a full UK driving licence is essential.

Package & Benefits

• Salary up to £60,000 (DOE)
• Monthly performance‑related bonus
• Enhanced annual leave, increasing with length of service
• NEST pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme

Requirements

• Minimum 4 years experience in a children s residential setting (within the last 7 years)
• At least 3 years supervisory or leadership experience
• Experience supporting young people with emotional, behavioural, or neurodiverse needs
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management, or willingness to work towards it
• Full UK driving licence and right to work in the UK

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across multiple residential homes
• Lead, mentor, and develop Home Managers and senior teams
• Complete audits and drive quality improvement initiatives
• Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead
• Maintain regulatory compliance and uphold Ofsted standards