Are you an experienced Children’s Home Manager passionate about delivering exceptional care in a residential childcare setting?
Gillespie Recruitment is partnering with a leading UK provider specialising in education and behavioural health services for children. With expansion underway, they are looking for a dedicated Registered Children’s Home Manager to lead a children’s home, support a professional team, and make a real difference in young lives.
Why This Role?
* Lead a dynamic team of care professionals in a residential childcare environment.
* Deliver and monitor high-quality care plans tailored to each child’s needs.
* Ensure compliance with safeguarding, care standards, and regulatory requirements.
* Collaborate with stakeholders, attend meetings, and champion best practice.
* Drive a positive, safe, and nurturing environment where children can thrive.
Key Responsibilities
* Develop and implement comprehensive care plans.
* Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of care staff.
* Allocate key workers and foster effective consultation across the home.
* Maintain and monitor high standards of care and compliance.
* Handle complaints and concerns professionally.
* Work closely with social workers, families, and other stakeholders.
* Champion a safe, inclusive, and supportive culture for staff and children.
What We’re Looking For
* Minimum 2 years’ experience in residential childcare.
* At least 1 year of management experience within a children’s home.
* Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Care.
* Level 5 Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare.
* Full UK driving licence.
* Motivated, proactive, and committed to making a positive impact.
Benefits
* Lead and develop a professional, passionate care team.
* Work for a respected provider of children’s education and behavioural health services.
* Competitive salary and professional development opportunities.
* Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and young people.
If this sounds like a role you would like to know more about then please get in touch!