Trauma-Informed Children's Home Manager

A WILDERNESS WAY; Greater London; On-site; GBP 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider in Greater London is seeking a Children's Residential Home Manager. In this leadership role, you'll oversee two solo occupancy homes, providing trauma-responsive care to support children in need. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 months of experience managing a children’s home, with a proven ability to lead and inspire a team. This position offers an annual salary of up to £58,344, along with a range of benefits including private medical insurance and a relocation package.

Benefits

Salary up to £58,344

33 days holiday & loyalty days

Relocation package up to £8,000

Private Medical Insurance

Gym discounts

Career progression opportunities

Pension & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months experience managing a children’s home.
• Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop a team.
• Solid knowledge of SCCIF, Children’s Homes Regulations & Quality Standards.
• Level 5 Diploma (or working towards).
• Full UK driving licence and access to transport.
• Resilient, trauma-informed leadership style with genuine heart.

Responsibilities

• Run two solo occupancy homes, shaping safe, structured spaces for children who need time to heal.
• Lead from the front – recruit, develop and inspire an exceptional team.
• Build homes that exceed Ofsted expectations and meet every child’s unique needs.
• Drive collaboration with external professionals to achieve outstanding outcomes.
• Embed therapeutic care, high standards and stability from day one.
• Provide a safe, equitable, inclusive, and trauma-informed culture for staff, visitors, and young people.

Job description

A children's residential care provider in Greater London is seeking a Children's Residential Home Manager. In this leadership role, you'll oversee two solo occupancy homes, providing trauma-responsive care to support children in need. The ideal candidate will have at least 12 months of experience managing a children’s home, with a proven ability to lead and inspire a team. This position offers an annual salary of up to £58,344, along with a range of benefits including private medical insurance and a relocation package.