Children Care Home Manager

Job Role - Childrens Care Home Manager
Location - Coventry
Salary - £45,000 - £50,000 DOE
Job Type - Permanent

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced, passionate, and motivated Children's Care Home Manager between the ages of 8 - 18 years old. To lead and develop a high-quality residential children's home in Coventry. This is a key leadership role, responsible for ensuring the home delivers outstanding care and positive outcomes for children and young people with emotional and behavioural needs.

The successful candidate will be registered with Ofsted and will play a pivotal role in creating a safe, nurturing and supportive environment where children can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strong, inspirational leadership to the staff team
• Ensure the home meets and exceeds Ofsted regulations and Quality Standards
• Register with Ofsted as the Registered Manager
• Develop, implement and monitor individual care plans and risk assessments
• Promote positive behaviour management and safeguarding practices
• Recruit, train, supervise, and develop staff
• Manage budgets, rotas, and resources effectively
• Build positive relationships with children, families, social workers and external professionals
• Lead on inspections, audits and continuous improvement

Essential Requirements

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a management or deputy role within a children's residential setting
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding and children's legislation
• Proven leadership and people management skills
• Ability to manage challenging behaviour in a trauma-informed way
• Excellent communication, organisational and problem-solving skills
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable

• Experience managing an Ofsted-rated home
• Background in supporting children with EBD, trauma, or complex needs
• Experience leading a home through an Ofsted inspection