Trauma-Informed Children's Home Manager

Sterling Cross Ltd; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist children’s care provider is seeking a Registered Children’s Home Manager in Carlisle. The role involves leading therapeutic residences for children impacted by trauma, ensuring high-quality, individualized care and building strong partnerships with external professionals. Candidates should have leadership skills, a Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People’s Workforce, and a commitment to trauma-responsive care. This permanent, full-time position offers career development opportunities and various benefits including medical insurance and generous holiday entitlement.

Benefits

33 days holiday plus loyalty days

Private medical insurance and GP access

Referral bonuses

Pension and life assurance

Comprehensive training and coaching

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of Children’s Homes regulations, standards and quality frameworks.
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle.
• Committed to trauma-responsive practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead therapeutic homes providing high-quality, personalised care.
• Collaborate with multi-agency partnerships to achieve exceptional outcomes.
• Shape care and develop holistic, child-centred support.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Team development skills

Child-centered approach

Education

Level 3 Diploma for the Children & Young People’s Workforce

Job description

A specialist children’s care provider is seeking a Registered Children’s Home Manager in Carlisle. The role involves leading therapeutic residences for children impacted by trauma, ensuring high-quality, individualized care and building strong partnerships with external professionals. Candidates should have leadership skills, a Level 3 Diploma in Children & Young People’s Workforce, and a commitment to trauma-responsive care. This permanent, full-time position offers career development opportunities and various benefits including medical insurance and generous holiday entitlement.