Job Description
? Children’s Home Manager – Open Your Own Home! ?? Location: Leicester, Leicestershire? Salary: Up to £50,000 + Performance Bonuses? Welcome Bonus: £5,000? Annual Performance Bonus: Up to 21% of Salary? Home Type: Brand-New 3-Bed EBD Children’s HomeLead with Purpose – Change Young Lives Are you an experienced leader in residential childcare, ready to open and manage your own home? Keys Group is offering a rare opportunity to take the reins of a brand-new 3-bed EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) home in Leicester. This is your chance to create a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment that helps young people thrive.? Your Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the launch and ongoing success of the new children’s home
* Build and manage a passionate and committed care team
* Ensure exceptional outcomes for children and young people
* Deliver child-focused, therapeutic leadership and guidance
* Guarantee full compliance with care and safeguarding regulations
* Oversee budgeting, staffing, training, and operational development
* Act as a positive role model for both staff and residents
? What We’re Looking For:
* 3+ years’ experience in a senior role within a children’s residential setting
* Level 3 or 4 in Children & Young People’s Workforce
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards)
* Sound knowledge of the Children Act 1989 & Children’s Homes Regulations
* Strong budget and performance management experience
* Full UK driving licence
* Flexibility and willingness to be part of the on-call rota
* A deep passion for helping young people reach their full potential
? Why Join Keys Group?
* ? Salary: Up to £50,000
* ? Welcome Bonus: £5,000
* ? Performance Bonus: Up to 21% of salary annually
* ?? 32 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
* ? Career progression into senior leadership roles
* ? DBS paid for (including renewals)
* ? Employee wellbeing support
* ? Award-winning training and development
* ? Pension scheme
* ? Staff referral bonus – earn up to £500
* ?? Lifestyle discounts via Blue Light Card & HAPI App
? Interested in applying? Send your CV or enquiry directly to John Deane at? .ukTake the next big step in your career and make a real impact in children’s lives. This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to build something meaningful from the ground up. ?