Job Description
Locations: Liverpool (L11) & St Helens (L35)
Salary: 55,000 - 65,000 per year (DOE)
Hours: Full-time with on-call responsibilities
We're looking for an experienced Children's Home Manager to lead and develop two residential services in Liverpool and St Helens. You'll be responsible for delivering high-quality care, strong leadership, and compliance with statutory standards across both homes. Your role will ensure safe, nurturing, child-centred environments where young people can thrive.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee day-to-day operations and service delivery across both homes.
Ensure full compliance with Ofsted requirements, Children's Homes (England) Regulations and Quality Standards.
Lead, support and develop staff teams to maintain a positive, trauma-informed culture.
Implement robust safeguarding, care planning and quality assurance practices.
Build strong working relationships with external professionals and stakeholders.
Person Specification
Proven experience in children's residential care management.
Strong leadership, communication and people management skills.
Good knowledge of legislation, Ofsted frameworks and safeguarding.
Relevant childcare leadership or residential care qualification preferred.
Benefits
Competitive salary 55,000 - 65,000 DOE.
Gym membership or wellness package.
Additional annual leave.
Company social events and team-building activities.
Mentorship and support from experienced Responsible Individuals and senior teams.
Lead where it matters most and make a lasting difference for young people in care.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
