Job Description

Ofsted Homes Manager - Children's Home

Location:

Leicester, LE3

Salary:

50,000 - 65,000 per annum (Dependent on Experience)

Job Type:

Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role:

Are you an experienced leader with a passion for improving the lives of children and young people? We are looking for a dedicated and skilled

Registered Manager

to oversee our children's residential home based in

Leicester (LE3)

. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a well-established home that supports young people with

Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD)

.

You will be responsible for the overall management of the home, ensuring it operates in line with Ofsted requirements and delivers outstanding care and support. As a key member of the senior team, you will shape the home's culture, develop staff, and ensure the children receive the highest standard of care.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring full compliance with all regulatory and legislative standards Provide effective leadership and support to a team of care professionals Ensure individualised care plans are in place and consistently followed Maintain a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment for all young people Lead on inspections, audits, and safeguarding procedures Recruit, train, and develop staff to build a high-performing team Manage budgets, resources, and rota planning effectively Work in close partnership with families, local authorities, and external agencies
What We're Looking For:

Experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within a children's residential care setting NVQ Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards) Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and quality standards Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills A child-centred, compassionate, and resilient approach Ability to work under pressure and manage complex situations effectively Full UK driving licence preferred
What We Offer:

Competitive salary: 50,000 - 65,000 per year, depending on experience Ongoing training and development opportunities Clear career progression pathways Supportive and inclusive working environment Company pension scheme Employee assistance programme
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and are passionate about providing outstanding care to children and young people, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now

to join a committed team making a real difference every day

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 50,000.00-65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Discounted or free food Employee discount Flexitime Free parking Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Store discount Work from home
Experience:

Residential Childcare: 1 year (required)
Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (required) Level 3 NVQ in Residential Childcare (required)
Work Location: In person