Service Manager - Residential (RI)

Baltimore Consulting Limited; Stretford; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking an experienced Service Manager for Children's Residential Services in the North West. This pivotal role offers strategic and operational leadership for two children's homes and various support services. Candidates must have previous experience as a Responsible Individual registered with Ofsted and a Level 5 qualification in Leadership & Management in Social Care. The position offers a competitive daily rate and hybrid working options, contributing to safe, nurturing environments for children.

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 children's homes, registering with Ofsted.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership for two children's homes and support services.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.

Skills

Residential care experience

Leadership during change

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

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 will 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

• 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.

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.