Residential Manager - Residential Support - Children's Services - Coventry - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Coventry; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's services provider in Coventry is seeking a Residential Manager to lead a team in providing essential care for children aged 10 to 18 years. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in residential childcare and a commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion within their team. This role comes with competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Salary: £51,356 – £57,403 per annum

Professional growth opportunities

Vibrant work environment

Generous leave policy

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in residential childcare.
• At least 1 year in a supervisory or management role.
• Understanding of the Children Homes Regulations 2015.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and support to team members.
• Oversee recruitment and performance assessment of staff.
• Ensure compliance with policies and legislation.
• Address complex needs of children in care.

Skills

Leadership

Childcare experience

Understanding of Regulations

Communication

Team management

Education

Relevant qualifications in childcare

Job description

Residential Manager – Residential Support – Children’s Services – Coventry – £51,356 – £57,403 per annum

Overview

Are you ready for an exhilarating new challenge where you can make a real difference in children’s lives? We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Residential Manager to join our vibrant Residential Support – Children’s Services team in Coventry. Here, you’ll be stepping into a service that is making a big impact within the community, providing essential residential care for children aged 10 to 18 years who have diverse needs and may have experienced trauma. Our city is home to several well-established children’s homes, with a forward-thinking vision for expansion. Now’s the perfect time to join us on this exciting journey to support and shape young lives for the better.

Perks and benefits

• Salary: £51,356 – £57,403 per annum, reflecting your skills and contributions.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for training and professional development, ensuring you grow both personally and professionally with us.
• Vibrant Work Environment: A dynamic and supportive team culture that values inclusion and diversity.
• Generous Leave: A generous leave policy to support rest and work-life balance.
• Wellbeing Initiatives: A range of wellbeing initiatives designed to promote health and happiness at work.

What you will do

• Provide steadfast leadership to your team, supporting their training, supervision, and professional development.
• Oversee the recruitment, selection, and performance assessment of new employees.
• Address the complex needs of children, including those with disabilities, ensuring personalised care.
• Champion the importance of hearing and respecting the child’s voice in service delivery.
• Ensure compliance with relevant policies, procedures, and legislation.
• Contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of services.
• Pursue relevant training and qualifications as required for the role.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a proactive Residential Manager who will work closely with Operational Leads and Responsible Individuals to foster a supportive and effective team environment. You will drive initiatives that meet the Children Homes Regulations 2015 and align with the best practice standards identified within the SCCIF. As an advocate for diversity and inclusion, you’ll bring an acute understanding of these principles in workplace culture and service delivery. Ideal candidates will have at least two years of experience in residential child care and at least one year in a supervisory or management role.