Children's Home Manager

Home Size: Currently 5-Bed SEMH Children's Home
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum
Location: Natland, Cumbria, LA9

What's on Offer

• Salary of up to £50,000 per annum.
• Opportunity to manage a well-established SEMH home.
• Join a supportive, family-run organisation with a strong reputation.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive senior leadership team.
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of children and young people.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day running of a well-established 5-bed SEMH children's home.
• Provide strong leadership and management to ensure the highest standards of care are maintained.
• Lead, support, and develop the staff team through effective supervision and performance management.
• Ensure the home remains fully compliant with Ofsted regulations and all relevant legislation.
• Promote positive outcomes for children and young people by creating a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with local authorities, families, and external professionals.
• Manage the home's occupancy, quality assurance, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• A minimum of 2 years' experience as a Registered Manager within a children's residential home.
• Previous experience supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs (desirable)
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding, and children's residential care standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• A full UK driving licence is essential.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent) is desirable.

Additional Information

• Full-time, permanent position.
• Working for a family-run business that values its employees and promotes a supportive working environment.
• The home is already established, providing an excellent opportunity to build on existing successes and continue delivering high-quality care.

To apply for this exceptional opportunity please call Tabitha at Purosearch on 01904 570050 or send your CV direct to t.wagstaff@purosearch.com