Registered Children's Home Manager

Registered Children’s Home Manager (x2)

Dudley Council – Children’s Services Transformation

Dudley Council is entering an ambitious and exciting phase of transformation within our Children’s Services. We are opening two new Ofsted registered mainstream children’s homes:

• One 4‑bed home
• One 6‑bed home

This is more than a management role; it is an opportunity to build a home from the ground up and shape a culture of excellence from day one.

• Lead the full set‑up and registration process with Ofsted
• Recruit, develop and inspire your own staff team
• Embed a strong, child‑centred and trauma‑informed culture
• Drive high standards of care, safeguarding and regulatory compliance
• Work in partnership with fostering, residential, commissioning and family support services to support planned step‑down arrangements
• Ensure children receive outstanding care and achieve the very best outcomes possible

Our ambition is clear:
To provide safe, loving homes in Dudley where children feel valued, supported and connected. Where appropriate, you will support children to return home in a carefully planned and supported way. You will champion permanence, stability, education, emotional well‑being and positive identity for every child.

• Experienced and confident in leading residential children’s homes
• Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and quality standards
• Can build and retain high‑performing, values‑driven teams
• Lead with compassion, resilience and professional curiosity
• Place children’s voices and lived experience at the centre of practice

A Social Work Qualification is desirable but not essential.

Applicants must hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare and have worked for at least 2 years within a residential setting.

Working in the office 3+ days a week (pro‑rata) or onsite full time.

We are reviewing the salary through job evaluation and a market supplement is under active consideration to ensure the package is competitive and reflective of the responsibility of the role.

• Generous annual leave entitlement
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Salary sacrifice schemes
• Access to employee wellbeing support
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression as part of our wider residential expansion programme

If you want an informal discussion please contact Steven Orchard:

Online applications only. All applicants must be able to prove their right to work in the UK. Dudley MBC does not currently offer sponsorship for candidates without the Right to Work in the UK.