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Children's Home Manager
Job Posted: an hour ago
Salary: £ 50,000 - 55,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Burgess Hill, West Sussex
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job description:
We believe a children’s home should feel like exactly that, a home!
We are offering an exciting opportunity for an experienced and passionate Registered Manager to lead one of our Children’s Residential Homes.
This role is about more than management, it’s about shaping lives, creating safe and nurturing environments, and inspiring your team to deliver the very best outcomes for children and young people.
Why Join?
* A designated psychologist in each home and community.
* A dedicated education service for children and young people.
* Industry-leading training and support.
* Homes decorated to the highest standards, with child-centred budgets.
* A supportive on-call system and strong organisational backing
* A culture rooted in reflection, growth, and outstanding care.
What You’ll Do
As Registered Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the home’s day-to-day management, ensuring the highest quality of care, welfare, safety, and security for all children and young people. You will:
* Lead, inspire, and mentor a team of staff to deliver therapeutic, child-centred care.
* Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, Children’s Homes Regulations 2015, and safeguarding legislation.
* Oversee admissions, discharges, care planning, and significant event reporting.
* Manage rotas, staffing levels, and performance to ensure consistent and safe practice.
* Maintain the home’s Statement of Purpose and ensure outstanding standards during inspections.
* Work closely with multi-disciplinary professionals to support each child’s physical, psychological, educational, and emotional development.
* Promote a culture of reflection, resilience, and growth for both staff and children.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is resilient, motivated, and committed to making a lasting difference.
Essential requirements:
* Minimum 5 years’ experience in residential childcare.
* At least 2 years’ experience supervising/managing staff.
* Level 3 Diploma in Children’s Residential Services (or equivalent).
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete).
* Proven track record of achieving Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes.
* Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
* Full UK driving licence.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and benefits.
* Comprehensive induction and ongoing training, including therapeutic approaches.
* Regular supervision, mentoring, and opportunities for career progression.
* The chance to be part of an organisation that truly puts children first.
If you’re ready to lead with passion, inspire your team, and create a home where children can thrive, we’d love to hear from you.
Benefits:
Additional leave
Casual dress
Company events
Discounted or free food
Employee discount
Free parking
Health & wellbeing programme
On-site parking
Private dental insurance
Private medical insurance
Store discount
Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)
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