Coventry City Council
We are looking for a candidate who will work closely with Operational Leads to build an effective team and achieve outstanding outcomes for children living in the home. The successful candidate will use their initiative to drive improvements, exceed the requirements of the Children Homes Regulations (2015) and best practice standards identified within the SCCIF.
You will have a solid understanding of and be an advocate for the principles of diversity and inclusion in relation to workplace culture and service delivery.
We welcome applications from established managers and deputy managers from within children’s residential care who have:
- Within the last 5 years, worked for at least 2 years in a position relevant to the residential care of children
- Worked for at least one year in a role requiring the supervision and management of staff working in a care role
Important Information
- Posts: Full time 37hr per week.
- Working patterns: Monday to Friday with an additional requirement to provide on‑call cover on a rota basis.
- Right to Work: all candidates must have the correct Right to Work for the role. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.
- Applications: as part of the process and to meet the requirements of Schedule 2 of the Children’s Homes Regulations (2015), you will need to provide us with your full work history since leaving school and identify any gaps in employment.
- Interview dates: Week commencing 20th July 2026
- For role‑related queries or additional information, please access our website Children’s homes jobs – Coventry City Council, or email childrenshomeshr@coventry.gov.uk
If you would like to arrange an informal conversation to discuss this role, please contact us via email at childrenshomeshr@coventry.gov.uk.
