Description
Job Title: Children’s Home Manager
Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester
Setting: 3-Bed EBD Children’s Home
Salary:£45,000 - £55,000
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and resilient Children’s Home Manager to lead a warm, nurturing 3-bed EBD children’s home in Bury. You will be responsible for delivering high-quality, child-centred care to young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, ensuring their safety, development, and positive outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide strong, inspirational leadership to a dedicated care team
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Ensure the home meets and exceeds Ofsted standards and regulatory requirements
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Develop and implement high-quality care plans tailored to each young person
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Promote a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment
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Manage staffing, rotas, supervision, and professional development
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Work effectively with placing authorities, families, and external professionals
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Oversee safeguarding, risk management, and behaviour support strategies
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Manage budgets and resources efficiently
About You
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Proven experience managing or deputy-managing a children’s home (EBD/SEMH preferred)
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Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)
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Strong knowledge of children’s residential legislation, safeguarding, and Ofsted frameworks
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Confident leader with excellent communication and decision-making skills
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Calm, resilient, and child-focused, with a genuine commitment to improving young lives
What We Offer
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Competitive salary and benefits package
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Supportive senior leadership and a values-driven organisation
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Ongoing training and career development opportunities
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The opportunity to make a real, lasting difference in young people’s lives
How to Apply
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and lead a home where children are supported to thrive, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV and a short supporting statement.