Overview
Children's Home Manager - Warminster, Wiltshire
“Earn up to £75,000 in your first year, with a £5,000 welcome bonus - while leading a settled 3-bed home that's already fully occupied and ready for your vision.”
Salary: Up to £60,000
Welcome Bonus: £5,000
Annual Bonus: 21% of salary
First Year OTE: Up to £75,000
Why This Role?
Most adverts talk about “exciting opportunities” - this one genuinely is. As a Children's Home Manager, you'll be stepping into a stable, fully occupied home, not firefighting chaos. That gives you the chance to focus on what really matters: leading a team and creating a space where children feel safe, supported, and inspired. And with a package worth over £75k in year one, plus clear career progression, this is a role that rewards you properly for the difference you'll be making.
What You'll Do
* Lead a small, dedicated team to deliver therapeutic, child-centred care.
* Shape the home's culture - warm, safe, inclusive, and aspirational.
* Take ownership of safeguarding, compliance, and care planning.
* Mentor and develop your team, supporting them through qualifications.
* Manage budgets, resources, and continuous improvement.
* As the Children's Home Manager, you'll be the one setting the tone and direction for both staff and young people.
What We're Looking For
* 3+ years' senior experience in children's residential care.
* Level 3/4 in Children & Young People's Workforce.
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (Children & Young People) - or working towards it.
* Strong knowledge of safeguarding and regulations.
* Confidence with budgets and people management.
* Full driving licence, plus flexibility for on-call rota.
The Benefits
* Up to £60,000 salary
* £5,000 welcome bonus
* Annual bonus worth 21% of salary
* 32 days' holiday (including bank holidays)
* Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
* Life assurance (2x salary)
* DBS checks paid for
* Ongoing training & career development
* Monthly recognition awards
If you're ready to take the next step as a Children's Home Manager, this is a chance to lead a home where the foundations are already strong - and your leadership can take it from good to outstanding.
Apply today and discover how rewarding your career as a Children's Home Manager can be
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