Residential Homes Manager
Oldham Local Authority Children’s Residential Service is seeking a compassionate and dynamic Residential Registered Manager to lead a team of residential workers and deliver high‑quality care in a new children’s home.
Key Responsibilities
* Steer the new children’s home through opening stages and beyond, ensuring a nurturing residential setting.
* Lead and support a team of residential workers to achieve the best outcomes for young people.
* Deliver care that provides children with warm, nurturing and rich childhood experiences.
* Maintain regular supervision and participate in the Oldham extensive training package.
* Adhere to the Homes Statement of Purpose, Children Standards, Regulations 2015 and 2023, the Leaving Care Act 2000, and Oldham Council Policies and Procedures.
* Support the registration and ongoing development with Ofsted requirements.
Qualifications & Experience
* Significant experience working with and understanding children in a residential childcare setting.
* Commitment to safeguarding, promoting welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
* Strong leadership skills, capacity to manage a diverse workforce.
* Ability to obtain and maintain registration with Ofsted.
Benefits
* £51,357 – £54,495 per annum (Grade 10) plus 36.66 hours per week.
* 25 days annual leave with the option to purchase additional days, increasing after 5 and 10 years of service.
* Attractive defined benefit pension scheme with a market‑leading AVC option for additional retirement savings.
* Discounted gym membership and staff discount scheme for shopping, entertainment, travel, etc.
* Salary sacrifice scheme, including Cycle to Work.
* Wellbeing support, including an Employment Assistance Programme that provides 24 hours access to advice and support.
* Staff recognition and celebration events; peer support groups.
* Clear progression pathways and continuous professional development.
Additional Information
* Oldham Local Authority supports flexible working and provides necessary adjustments for staff and volunteers.
* We are not currently offering sponsorship for this role.
* Applicants with disabilities, previous care experience, military service, or participation in the GM Elevate Programme are guaranteed to reach the first assessment stage under our Guaranteed Assessment Scheme.
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