Overview
Job Title: Senior Service Manager – Children’s Home
Location: Kidsgrove, Staffordshire
Salary: £47,500 – £55,000 + up to £18,000 in performance-related bonuses
Working Hours: Full-time
Service: Children’s Home
Service Users: Children & Young People (EBD, Trauma, Neglect, CSE, CCE, PSB)
Qualifications
* NVQ Level 3 in Children & Young People’s Workforce
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England)
Experience
* 5 years in residential childcare
* 2 years in staff supervision and management
Employment Type
Permanent
The Home
* Location: Kidsgrove, Staffordshire
* Type of YPs: EBD, Trauma, Neglect, CSE, CCE, PSB
* Ofsted Rating: Targeted “Good” or “Outstanding”
* Ratio of staff to children: High staff-to-child support ratio
Who we are looking for
We are seeking a passionate, resilient and experienced leader who can inspire and manage a dedicated team, ensuring children and young people receive outstanding care and a nurturing home environment.
Who you will be working for
* A growing organisation with a strong reputation for high-quality children’s residential services
* Operates multiple homes across the region
* Expansion plans in place with continued investment in services
* Offers a therapeutic model of care with designated psychologists, education services, and structured frameworks of support
Why this Home & Company
Progression Opportunity: Clear career pathways with further qualifications (including Level 7 and therapeutic training)
Qualification Opportunity: Extensive industry-leading training and development
Benefits:
* Up to £18,000 in annual performance-related bonuses
* £5,000 relocation package (if relocating for the role)
* 224 hours annual leave (increasing with service) + additional wellbeing and celebration leave days
* Long service and recognition awards (£200 – £600)
* MediCash healthcare plan (cashback on dental, optical, physio, etc.)
* Group Life Assurance (3x salary after probation)
* Engaging team culture with house holidays, staff events, and wellbeing initiatives
Ethos & Culture
Child-centred, therapeutic, inclusive, supportive, and committed to achieving “Good” or “Outstanding” in all homes.
Sponsorship is not available for this role.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people and would like to join our client’s professional and dedicated team, we encourage you to apply today.
To apply for this rewarding opportunity, click the apply button or contact us for more information.
For more information or to book a confidential chat, please contact us at job@sgscare.co.uk
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