Registered Children's Home Manager

Children's Home Manager
Location: Birmingham
Salary: Up to £60,000 per annum (DOE)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and committed Children's Registered Manager to lead and open a new Intake and Assessment residential home. This role is ideal for a passionate leader who is driven to deliver high-quality, trauma-informed care and create lasting positive outcomes for young people.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary up to £60,000 (DOE)
• Long-term incentive plan linked to leadership contribution
• Comprehensive induction to fully support you into your role
• Management Development Training Programme and ongoing leadership development
• Excellent employee benefits, including:
• Pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Service
• Wellbeing Programme
• Recommend-a-Friend scheme
• Team Rewards (discounted restaurants, family days out)
• Long Service Awards

The Role

The successful candidate will ensure the home achieves at least a "Good" Ofsted rating and will be responsible for:

• Developing tailored, person-centred care plans for each young person
• Building, leading and supporting a high-performing staff team
• Creating effective systems to ensure young people are fully consulted about their care
• Allocating Key Workers and overseeing the delivery of individual care plans
• Upholding exceptional care standards aligned with regulatory requirements and the Home's Statement of Purpose
• Managing complaints, safeguarding issues and child protection concerns
• Working collaboratively with families and multi-agency professionals
• Attending and contributing to care planning and review meetings
• Promoting a safe, nurturing and positive culture within the home
• Managing resources and budgets effectively to ensure the home operates successfully

Essential Requirements

• A genuine passion for improving the lives of young people
• Minimum 2 years' experience in children's residential care, including 1 year in a supervisory role within the past 5 years
• Level 3 Children's Residential Care qualification (essential)
• Level 5 Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (preferred). Candidates without this must enrol within 6 months
• Strong understanding of Quality Standards, SCCIF, legislation and regulatory frameworks
• Strong organisational, planning, budgeting and leadership skillsConfident communication skills, both written and verbal
• Understanding of trauma-informed practice and the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties
• Full UK driving licence

Why Apply?

This is a chance to join a forward-thinking organisation committed to delivering exceptional care. You'll be part of a supportive leadership environment with opportunities to grow, develop, and progress your career while making a meaningful difference every day.