Regional Support Manager, Children's Homes (NW)

Horizon Care Ltd; Burnley; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

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Job summary

Horizon Care Ltd in the North West is seeking an experienced Regional Support Manager to lead across multiple children’s residential homes. The role offers strategic leadership, safeguarding focus, and opportunities for professional development.

You will provide high-level leadership support, ensure consistency and stability of care for children and young people, and coordinate across homes with a focus on trauma-informed, child-centred practices. Location: North West region.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience in children’s residential services.
• Knowledge of safeguarding regulations and Ofsted requirements.
• Experience providing coaching and mentoring to care teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide parachute leadership support to Registered Managers as needed.
• Conduct audits and drive continuous improvement through coaching.
• Offer interim management in homes without a Registered Manager.
• Guide staff to maintain safe, nurturing, therapeutic environments.
• Identify risks early and implement corrective actions.
• Support home registration where appropriate.
• Understand trauma-informed care and therapeutic approaches.

Job description

Horizon Care Ltd in the North West is seeking an experienced Regional Support Manager to lead across multiple children’s residential homes. The role offers strategic leadership, safeguarding focus, and opportunities for professional development.

You will provide high-level leadership support, ensure consistency and stability of care for children and young people, and coordinate across homes with a focus on trauma-informed, child-centred practices. Location: North West region.