Trainee Manager Children's Home

Job description:

Pay: £40,000 starting salary

• After 3 6 months: £45,000
• After 12 months: £53,500

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated Deputy or Senior looking to step up into a Trainee Children s Residential Manager role for an Ofsted-registered Children s Home in Bury. This is a full-time, permanent position offering structured mentoring and full support from a Senior Manager to help you develop into the role. The home will provide care for between 1 and 3 children.

You will play a key part in delivering high-quality care while progressing into management, making a real difference to the lives of the young people we support.

Location:

Bury

Hours:

Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9am 5pm

Responsibilities

• Support the daily operations of the children s home, ensuring a safe and positive environment for residents
• Deliver high-quality care in line with individual care plans and Ofsted standards
• Develop leadership skills under the guidance and mentoring of a Senior Manager
• Build positive, trusting relationships with children to promote resilience, independence, and personal development
• Contribute to safeguarding practices, risk assessments, and the overall wellbeing of residents
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, managers, and external professionals
• Uphold the highest standards of care, professionalism, and ethical conduct

Requirements

• NVQ Level 3 or 4 qualification in Children s Residential Care (or equivalent)
• Experience as a Deputy or Senior in an Ofsted-registered children s home
• Knowledge of Ofsted standards and processes
• Proven leadership and communication skills to inspire and motivate a team
• A commitment to delivering the highest standards of care, professionalism, and ethical conduct
• Passion for transforming the lives of children
• Motivation to progress into management with structured mentoring and support

Join us in making a meaningful difference! This permanent position offers excellent salary progression and the opportunity to develop into a management role within Children s Residential Services.

Work Location:

In person

Work Location:

In person