At a Glance
- Tasks: Help establish and develop a new solo children's home, ensuring strong practice standards.
- Company: A supportive organisation dedicated to nurturing care for children and young people.
- Benefits: Salary increase upon registration, structured progression, and supportive leadership.
- Other info: Join a positive team culture focused on safeguarding and development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Level 4 or Level 3 in Children’s Care, plus experience in residential care.
The predicted salary is between 44822 - 54782 £ per year.
Location: Wigan
Salary: £46,000 rising to £55,000 upon registration
Employment Type: Permanent
Service: Children’s Home
Service Users: Solo home
Qualifications Required: Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner or Level 3 Residential Childcare
Experience Required: Experience within children’s residential care and leadership experience within an Ofsted Registered Children’s Home environment preferred.
About the Home: This is an opportunity to join a new solo children’s home in Wigan, supporting the setup and development of a specialist residential service. The role would suit an experienced Deputy Manager, Team Leader, or aspiring Registered Manager looking to progress into registration with support and development.
Number of beds: Solo home
Who we are looking for: Our client is looking for a motivated and ambitious individual who is ready to progress into a Registered Manager position. You will play a key role in helping establish and develop the home, supporting the implementation of strong practice standards, safeguarding, compliance, and positive outcomes for young people. The successful candidate will be passionate about children’s residential care and confident supporting a therapeutic and nurturing environment. This is a strong opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career with structured progression into registration.
Responsibilities: You will play a key role in establishing and developing the home, supporting the implementation of strong practice standards, safeguarding, compliance, and positive outcomes for young people.
Qualifications: Level 4 Children, Young People and Families Practitioner or Level 3 Residential Childcare. Experience within children’s residential care and leadership experience within an Ofsted Registered Children’s Home environment preferred.
Benefits:
- Salary increase upon registration
- Opportunity to progress into Registered Manager
- Supportive leadership structure
- Opportunity to help shape a new service
- Long-term progression opportunities
Ethos: Our client is committed to providing safe, stable, and nurturing care for children and young people through relationship-led and child-centred practice.
Culture: The service aims to create a supportive and positive team culture focused on consistency, safeguarding, development, and positive outcomes for young people.
Sponsorship: Sponsorship is not available.
Trainee Registered Manager Solo Children's Home in Wigan employer: Sgscare
As a leading national children's care provider based in Birmingham, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the well-being and professional growth of our employees. With competitive salaries, comprehensive training programmes, and a strong emphasis on employee wellness, we empower our Registered Managers to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and offers unique opportunities for career advancement in a rewarding environment.
