Childrens Home Manager

Children's Home Manager £45,000 - £55,000 3 bed Crewe Are you a passionate and experienced manager in children's residential care? Ready to elevate your career? We have the perfect opportunity for you! Imagine leading the creation of a brand-new, nurturing children's home designed to accommodate up to three children. This provider looking for someone who shares our commitment to childcare values and excels in precise placement matching. Our mission is to create a supportive environment for vulnerable children, not just to fill beds. Located in Crewe, where rich history meets modern living, you'll enjoy a vibrant community and outstanding transport links, with easy access to major cities and the M6 motorway. Benefits include: •£5,000 bonus for a Good Ofsted rating •£6,000 bonus for an Outstanding Ofsted rating •£2,500 joining bonus •Annual bonuses •26 days annual leave •Opportunities for progression with expansion plans in place •This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people within an established and growing organization. As the Children's Home Manager, your responsibilities will include: •Establishing and developing a new, innovative children's residential service •Managing and nurturing a high-performing staff team •Setting and reviewing ambitious targets for the care team •Promoting collaborative practices with young people and their families •Ensuring the highest standards of care and well-being for the children in placement The ideal candidate will have: •A minimum of 2 years' experience in staff supervision and management •At least 2 years' relevant experience in residential childcare, ideally as a Deputy Manager •Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) and Level 5 Diploma in Residential Childcare •A full clean driving license •Proven ability to provide consistent, nurturing care to young people •Experience working with children displaying challenging behaviours •Flexibility to cover shifts as needed To apply, please contact Tom at (phone number removed) or click the 'Apply' button