At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and nurture children’s homes, creating a safe space for vulnerable kids to thrive.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to transforming children's social care.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, relocation support, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Embrace a diverse and inclusive workplace with excellent training opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: 5+ years in residential care, with management experience and relevant qualifications.
The predicted salary is between 59008 - 62422 £ per year.
About Us
We are shaping children’s social care for the future.
Our team works in children’s homes and the Education and Family Directorate, committed to delivering lasting change by building relationships, empowering people, and using a restorative, relational, and SLT‑based approach.
Together, we strive for innovation and a free‑thinking, flexible environment that helps children achieve their ambitions.
About the Role
As the new Manager, you will play an integral part of our team during the exciting growth period as we open new children’s homes in 2026.
This role offers a unique opportunity to create a safe and nurturing environment where children can thrive, while working closely with leadership to bring our homes to life in a bold and innovative way.
Responsibilities
- Partner with children’s homes to support the most vulnerable children and families, including those on the edge of care, within the Children We Care For system and those preparing for independence.
- Deliver integrated and individually tailored interventions to promote the best outcomes for children and their families.
- Supervise, manage and develop staff working in residential childcare settings.
- Ensure compliance with residential children’s homes regulations and maintain outstanding OFSTED standards.
- Work collaboratively with the leadership team to develop and implement strategic plans for the homes.
Qualifications
- At least 5years of experience with a minimum of 2years in a position relevant to the residential care of children.
- At least 1year of experience in a role requiring the supervision and management of staff in a residential childcare setting.
- Knowledge of managing residential children’s homes regulations.
- A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) or equivalent, or the willingness to work towards it within the first 18months of employment.
Benefits and Rewards
- Salary: £59,008–£62,422 (includes salary, annual leave, employer pension, annual pay award increase, employee volunteering scheme, and sick pay).
- Relocation support: up to £8,000 to assist with the move.
- Generous annual leave: up to 33days holiday per year (pro‑rata) plus bank holidays; option to purchase additional days.
- Flexible working culture to support a healthy work‑life balance, with technology to support agile working where permitted.
- Comprehensive pension scheme with an employer contribution of up to 19.9%.
- 24/7 employee assistance programme and health and wellbeing resources.
- Family‑friendly policies, including maternity, paternity, adoption entitlements, childcare vouchers and cycle‑to‑work scheme.
- Training and development opportunities, including a 12‑module manager training programme and access to local authority resources.
- Secondment opportunities within the local authority.
- Equal Opportunity and Commitment to Diversity
We are a proud Equality, Diversity and Inclusion employer.
Everyone is accepted for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, race, faith or belief, socioeconomic background, or on maternity or family leave.
We guarantee interviews for disabled applicants, care leavers, apprentices, and recent Armed Forces personnel who meet the essential criteria.
Safeguarding Commitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults.
All recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.
All employees, workers and volunteers share this pledge.
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