At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a modern residential home, ensuring outstanding care for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to children's services in the Northwest.
- Benefits: Earn a competitive salary, generous bonuses, and enjoy 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Other info: Genuine opportunities for career progression and ongoing professional development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in residential childcare and a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management required.
The predicted salary is between 48000 - 60000 £ per year.
Beluga Rox is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of our client for an experienced and passionate Ofsted Registered Children's Home Manager to lead a beautiful, modern residential home in Warrington. This established home provides specialist care and support for children and young people aged 7 to 17 with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) and Learning Difficulties. With exciting growth plans and continued investment across their children's services in the Northwest, there has never been a better time to join this forward-thinking organisation.
We are looking for a dedicated leader who is committed to achieving outstanding outcomes for children and young people, creating a safe, nurturing environment where they can thrive, develop, and reach their full potential.
What's in it for You?
- Competitive salary of £48,000 - £60,000 + (OTE £68,000 - £73,000)
- Realistic earning potential of £68,000 - £73,000
- Generous bonus scheme with the opportunity to earn up to an additional £13,000 per year
- Monday to Friday working pattern
- Shared on-call responsibilities
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Blue Light Card membership
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Access to an award-winning training team recognised by HRH Princess Anne
- Genuine opportunities for career progression within a growing organisation
The Role
As Registered Children's Home Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the leadership, management, and development of the home, ensuring the highest standards of care and regulatory compliance are maintained.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing the day-to-day operation of the home in line with company policies and statutory requirements.
- Ensuring compliance with the Children Act 1989 and 2004, Children's Homes Regulations, Quality Standards, and Ofsted requirements.
- Leading, motivating, and developing a team of residential childcare professionals.
- Creating a positive, therapeutic, and child-centred environment where young people feel safe, supported, and valued.
- Working collaboratively with families, local authorities, education providers, healthcare professionals, and other stakeholders to promote positive outcomes.
- Ensuring each young person has a comprehensive care plan that addresses their educational, emotional, social, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs.
- Overseeing safeguarding practices and ensuring the welfare of all children and young people remains paramount.
- Managing quality assurance processes, including weekly and monthly audits and self-evaluation activities to support Regulation 45 reporting.
- Leading and preparing for Ofsted inspections, with a focus on achieving the highest possible outcomes and ratings.
- Driving continuous improvement across all aspects of the service.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- A minimum of three years’ experience within a residential childcare setting.
- At least one year of experience in a supervisory, deputy manager, or management position.
- A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or be actively working towards it).
- A strong understanding of Ofsted regulations, Children's Homes Regulations, and Quality Standards.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills.
- A passion for improving the lives of children and young people.
- A full UK driving licence.
- The ability to meet Ofsted's Fit Person requirements, including enhanced DBS clearance, satisfactory references, and employment history checks.
- Qualified in a level 3 or 4 children’s homes qualifications essential.
Children’s Registered Manager – (Multi Home Registered Manager Ofsted in Warrington employer: Beluga Rox
Beluga Rox is an exceptional employer, offering a competitive salary and generous benefits including a bonus scheme and extensive annual leave. With a strong commitment to employee development and a nurturing work culture, this forward-thinking organisation provides meaningful opportunities for career progression while making a positive impact on the lives of children and young people in Warrington.
