Children’s Home Manager – Emotional & Behavioural Difficulties (EBD) Home
📍 Location: Stafford
💼 Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
💷 Salary: From £60,000 per annum (DOE) + Performance Bonus + Benefits
🏠 Service Type: 2-Bed EBD Children’s Home
We’re seeking an experienced Children’s Home Manager to lead a brand-new EBD children’s home in Stafford. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate leader to deliver outstanding care, ensure Ofsted compliance, and inspire a high-performing team.
If you’re a motivated Children’s Home Manager looking to make a genuine difference, apply today to join a supportive, forward-thinking organisation.
Key Responsibilities
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Lead and manage the home as the Children’s Home Manager, ensuring compliance and quality of care.
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Maintain a safe, nurturing environment that promotes positive outcomes for young people with EBD.
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Recruit, train, and develop staff, embedding a culture of excellence.
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Ensure full adherence to OFSTED standards, safeguarding procedures, and legislative requirements.
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Oversee budgeting, resourcing, and reporting to senior management.
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Collaborate effectively with families, local authorities, and multi-agency partners.
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Continually review and improve care plans and operational procedures.
Requirements
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Minimum 2 years’ experience in a management role within residential childcare.
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Comprehensive knowledge of OFSTED regulations and safeguarding frameworks.
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Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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Enhanced DBS check required.
Essential Qualifications & Experience
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At least 2 years’ experience in a children’s residential care setting.
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Experience in Management or as a Deputy Manager
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Level 3 NVQ/Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
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Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.
Benefits
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Competitive salary from £60,000 + OFSTED & performance-related bonuses.
* 33 days annual leave(including bank holidays).
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Flexible hybrid working for administrative duties.
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Health & well-being programme.
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Casual dress code, regular team events, and free on-site parking.
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Genuine career progression opportunities within a supportive company culture.
Why Apply?
This Children’s Home Manager position offers the opportunity to build and shape a new home that makes a real difference to young people’s lives. You’ll work with a highly supportive senior team and have autonomy to lead your service to success.
Take the next step in your career as a Children’s Home Manager and be part of a service that truly changes lives.
👉 Apply Now to become our next Children’s Home Manager in Stafford