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Operations Manager
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 65,000 - 75,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: West Midlands
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Operations Manager - Children's Residential Services
Midlands
About the Role
As Operations Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing residential services across a designated region. You will ensure all homes meet statutory and legislative standards, manage budgets effectively, and maintain exceptional leadership across services. Collaborating closely with senior colleagues, you will focus on delivering outstanding care, supporting staff teams, and ensuring each home provides a nurturing and supportive environment that feels like home for the children we support.
All Inspire homes are rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by Ofsted, and we are proud of the high standards of care we deliver.
What We Offer
£65,000 per annum (DOE)
£3,000 welcome bonus
£3,600 annual car allowance
£10,000 annual quality and commercial bonus
Participation in a Management Incentive Plan, rewarding long-term performance and impact.
Leadership Development through our in-house Leadership Academy, offering courses designed to empower, stretch, and support leaders in developing key skills and self-awareness.
Additional Benefits including:
Employee Assistance Programme
Wellbeing support initiatives
Recommend-a-Friend scheme
Team Rewards (e.g., discounts on restaurants and family days out)
Long Service Awards
Pension scheme and competitive salary structure
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the operational management of care delivery across residential settings.
Provide direct line management, support, and supervision to Home Managers.
Ensure compliance with all internal policies, procedures, and external regulations.
Work collaboratively with the wider leadership team to ensure high-quality service delivery.
Lead on safeguarding across services, maintaining a safe environment for children and staff.
Support service development through effective admissions and placement coordination.
Ensure strong placement planning, risk assessments, and healthcare planning.
Promote team stability, development, and high morale.
Identify training needs and contribute to staff development initiatives.
What We’re Looking For
Experience in operations management within the care sector, or a minimum of 5 years as a Children’s Registered Manager.
Proven leadership and experience in developing high-performing teams in dynamic environments.
Extensive background working in residential care for children and young people.
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Care Services (or equivalent).
Strong interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
Sound understanding of safeguarding, compliance, equality legislation, and care standards.
Ability to drive service improvement, motivate teams, and meet performance targets.
Confident in delivering presentations and engaging key stakeholders.
If you’re passionate about making a meaningful difference in children’s lives and leading teams that deliver exceptional care, we’d love to hear from youBefore You Apply
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