A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced Children's Home Manager to lead a residential children's home in the Sheffield area. This position is with a well-established healthcare organisation recognised for delivering high-quality care across the UK.
The service provides a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where children and young people are encouraged to build confidence, achieve positive outcomes, and reach their full potential through individualised care and support
Key Duties
- Assist with the launch and ongoing development of a new residential children's home
- Lead, motivate, and support the staff team to deliver high standards of care
- Ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted requirements, safeguarding legislation, and relevant care standards
- Develop effective working relationships with families, local authorities, and partner agencies
- Participate in recruitment, induction, training, supervision, and performance management of staff
- Support the effective management of budgets, resources, and day-to-day operations
- Foster a positive, child-focused environment that promotes safety, stability, and personal development
Skills and Experience
- Previous experience working within a residential childcare setting
- Good knowledge of safeguarding procedures and the needs of vulnerable children and young people
- Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills with the ability to inspire others
- Committed to delivering high-quality care and keen to further develop a career in residential childcare management
Essential Requirements -
Applicants must hold an NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (Children and Young People or an equivalent qualification). Candidates currently working towards a Level 5 qualification, or willing to undertake it, are encouraged to apply
What's on Offer:
- Competitive salary of £52,000–£55,000 per annum, depending on experience - Pay frequency is monthly
- Full-time permanent position working day shifts
- Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing professional development
- Funded Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification where required
- Support from an experienced and approachable senior management team
- Opportunity to play a key role in establishing a new, high-quality residential service
- Excellent employee benefits including additional annual leave, company pension, free parking, health and wellbeing support, staff events, casual dress, and discounted or complimentary meals
Reference: 7371JC
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