Service Manager - Residential (RI)

Baltimore Consulting Limited; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive local authority in Greater Manchester is seeking an experienced Service Manager for Children’s Residential Services. This pivotal leadership role involves strategic and operational responsibilities for two children's homes and additional services. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in residential care and be previously registered with Ofsted. The position offers a contract for 6-12 months with hybrid working options available. A competitive rate of £450-£500 per day is offered depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in residential care and supported accommodation.
• Previously registered with Ofsted as a Responsible Individual.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and Ofsted requirements.

Responsibilities

• Act as the Responsible Individual for the Council’s children’s homes.
• Provide strategic leadership for two children’s homes and services.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
• Drive continuous improvement and service development.

Skills

Residential care experience

Leadership during change

Stakeholder management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Level 5 qualification in Leadership & Management in Social Care

Job description

Service Manager – Children’s Residential

6-12 month contract

North West Council

£450 - £500 per day (DoE)

Inside IR35 (via umbrella)

Hybrid working (up to 3 days per week onsite)

We’re partnering with a forward-thinking Local Authority in the North West to recruit an experienced Service Manager for Children’s Residential Services. This is a pivotal leadership role with strategic and operational responsibility for two children’s homes, an edge of care service, and a diverse supported accommodation offer—including the House Project, Supported Lodgings, and Staying Put arrangements. Acting as the Responsible Individual and registering with Ofsted, you’ll play a key role in ensuring safe, nurturing environments and driving continuous improvement across all services as part of a major transformation programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the Responsible Individual for the Council’s children’s homes, registering with Ofsted.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership for:
  • Two children’s homes
  • A reputable Edge of Care service
  • A Post-18 Supported accommodation offer (House Project, Supported Lodgings, Staying Put)
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards, creating safe, nurturing environments for children and young people.
• Drive continuous improvement and service development as part of a wider transformation programme.

About You

We are seeking a suitably qualified and experienced leader with:

• Proven experience in residential care and supported accommodation.
• Previously registered with Ofsted as a Responsible Individual.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and Ofsted requirements.
• Ability to lead teams through change and deliver outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Level 5 qualification in Leadership & Management in Social Care.

If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact Sarah Williams on (phone number removed) or apply today.

(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation so please do get in contact).

Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process