Job Openings Children's Home Manager

About the job Children's Home Manager

Registered Manager Childrens Home
Location: Coventry
Salary: £60,000 £65,000 per annum

Our client is seeking a passionate and experienced Registered Manager to lead the development and management of a new 4-bed Childrens Home in Coventry. The home will support children and young people with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a newly established business at ground level, where you will play a pivotal role in:

  • Setting up and registering the home with OFSTED

  • Developing and leading a high-quality care environment

  • Recruiting, training, and managing staff

  • Ensuring compliance with all relevant legislation and safeguarding requirements

  • Delivering exceptional care and achieving outstanding outcomes for the children

Key Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the homes day-to-day operations, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance

  • Lead the recruitment, development, and supervision of a dedicated care team

  • Establish and maintain effective safeguarding practices

  • Develop policies and procedures to support the smooth running of the service

  • Build strong relationships with external agencies, families, and other stakeholders

  • Drive continuous improvement to ensure the home achieves and maintains a positive OFSTED rating

About You:

  • Experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in a childrens residential setting

  • Strong knowledge of OFSTED standards, safeguarding, and regulatory requirements

  • Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop staff teams

  • Passionate about delivering high-quality care and improving outcomes for children

  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)

Whats on offer:

  • Competitive salary of £60,000 £65,000

  • Opportunity to shape and lead a new service from the start

  • Supportive leadership and investment in your professional development

If you are ready to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and help create a home that sets the highest standards in care, we would love to hear from you.