Registered Children's Home Manager. Job in Prestwich Education & Training Jobs

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

Job summary

A leading care organization in Prestwich is seeking a dedicated Children’s Home Manager to oversee a small residential home for children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). You will be responsible for leading staff, ensuring high-quality care, and meeting Ofsted standards. The role offers a competitive salary of £50,000 to £60,000, plus a £3,500 signing bonus. If you have leadership experience and a passion for improving children's lives, we want to hear from you.

Benefits

Performance-related incentives

Ongoing training and professional development

Supportive senior leadership

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing or deputising in a children’s residential setting.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and Ofsted frameworks.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and motivate staff to deliver outstanding care.
• Ensure the home meets and exceeds Ofsted requirements.
• Create a safe and nurturing environment for children.

Skills

Leadership & Management

Safeguarding

Communication

Child Protection

Team Motivation

Education

NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Leadership & Management

Job description

Overview

Children s Home Manager Prestwich
Salary: £50,000 £60,000 + benefits
£3,500 Welcome Bonus
1-Bed EBD Home

Are you a passionate leader with the drive to make a lasting difference in young people s lives? We are seeking an experienced Children s Home Manager to take the helm of our 1-bed home in Prestwich, providing high-quality care and support for children with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).

This is a rare opportunity to lead a small, specialist service where you ll have the autonomy to shape the home, inspire your team, and create the best possible outcomes for children and young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and motivate staff to deliver outstanding care
• Ensure the home not only meets but exceeds Ofsted requirements
• Create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment for children to flourish
• Take responsibility for safeguarding and individual care planning
• Build strong partnerships with families, professionals, and the wider community
• Develop a positive culture where your team feel valued and inspired

About You

• NVQ/QCF Level 5 in Leadership & Management (or working towards)
• Proven experience managing or deputising in a children s residential setting
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection, and Ofsted frameworks
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with a people-focused approach
• Resilient, motivated, and committed to improving children s lives

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of £50,000 £60,000 (DOE)
• £3,500 signing bonus
• Performance-related incentives
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Supportive senior leadership and clear career progression
• The chance to truly make a difference every single day

If you re ready for a rewarding leadership role where you can shape the future for children and young people, we d love to hear from you.

Apply today by sending your CV to (url removed)
Or call (phone number removed) for an informal, confidential chat.