Job Description

Brokerfy Recruitment is pleased to be recruiting on behalf of a national care provider to appoint a passionate and experienced Children's Home Manager to lead the opening and long-term success of a brand-new 3-bed EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) residential home in Leicester.

This is a unique opportunity to take the reins from day one and build a nurturing, therapeutic environment that truly transforms lives. You'll be empowered to shape the culture, develop your team, and ensure the home exceeds all care, safeguarding, and regulatory standards.

What You'll Be Doing

Lead the home's launch, registration, and early development Ensure high-quality care and outcomes for children with emotional and behavioural needs Recruit, manage, and mentor a committed, trauma-informed care team Oversee safeguarding, care planning, compliance, and Ofsted readiness Drive home budgeting, staffing strategy, and long-term planning Build strong relationships with local authorities, social workers, and external professionals Act as a role model and uphold a therapeutic, child-first approach Participate in the on-call rota to support 24/7 service coverage
What We're Looking For

Experience: 3+ years in a senior role within a children's residential care setting
Qualifications:

Level 3 or 4 in Children & Young People's Workforce Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health & Social Care (or working towards)
Skills & Competencies:

Strong safeguarding and regulatory knowledge (Children Act 1989, Children's Homes Regulations) Confident people management and team-building abilities Financial insight and experience managing care home budgets Flexible leadership style suited to a new home launch Full UK driving licence Passion for therapeutic care and a child-centred culture
What's on Offer

50,000 - 55,000 salary 21% performance bonus 5,000 welcome bonus 32 days annual leave (including bank holidays) Award-winning training and CPD opportunities Paid-for DBS checks (including renewals) Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 support) Monthly EPIC Awards for staff excellence Retail & lifestyle discounts via Blue Light Card and HAPI App 500 referral bonus (split scheme) Pension scheme and internal promotion pathways
Apply Now

If you're an experienced care leader ready to shape a new service, inspire a team, and make a lasting difference to children's lives - apply today via Brokerfy Recruitment for a confidential discussion.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 50,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Performance bonus Signing bonus
Benefits:

Company pension Referral programme Store discount
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Leicester LE1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Experience:

Senior care: 3 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:

Level 3/4 Children and Youngs People's Workforce (preferred)
Work Location: In person