Job Description

Bayleaf Care:

Amazing Things are Happening Here!

Registered Service Manager / Operations Manager - Leaving Care / Semi-Independent

Bayleaf Care is entering an exciting new chapter! We are expanding our services to include 16+ supported accommodation / leaving care provisions, ensuring that our young people continue to receive the excellent care and guidance they experienced in our children's homes.

We are now seeking an experienced Registered Service Manager / Operations Manager to join our growing team. This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape and lead our new services, initially based at our head office in Burton, and then across our leaving care services in the Derby area.

Salary:

50,000 - 62,000 (dependent on experience)

Capacity:

Supporting up to 38 young people

About Our Semi-Independent Homes

Our semi-independent provisions are designed to give young people the tools and confidence to move towards independent living in a supportive and safe environment.

High-quality accommodation: One property with 19 luxurious two-bedroom apartments Another property with 5 two-bedroom apartments All finished to an exceptionally high standard Support that makes a difference: Dedicated key workers for every young person A focus on education, training, employment, and practical life skills Strong therapeutic input underpinned by the PACE model Pathway to independence: Young people with learning disabilities supported to transition into our CQC registered adult residential homes at 18 Young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties supported into our semi-independent homes

About Bayleaf Care

Bayleaf Care provides exceptional care for children and young people across the UK,

especially those who have faced trauma. We use the PACE model, which creates a safe,

caring environment to help children feel secure and build positive relationships.

Our approach starts with the key worker, who forms a strong, trusting bond with the

child. This relationship is essential for the child's development and continues

throughout their care.

We offer personalised care, education, and treatment led by a team of trained

professionals, helping children manage their emotions and behaviours in a safe,

supportive environment.

There are currently 5 children's homes open, with another 2 homes due to open by the

end of 2025.

Each children's home has their own permanent on-site therapist and a pool car.

Our next phase to open several adult residential homes and semi-independent homes.

This will enable our young people that have learning disabilities to transition into our

CQC registered homes when they reach 18 years of age and our young people with

emotional and behavioural difficulties to transition into our semi-independent homes.

The very high standards of safer recruitment we have for our children's homes, will also

be the same for our semi-independent and adult residential homes.

The Role

: Registered Service Manager / Operations Manager

As our new Registered Service Manager / Operations Manager, you will:

Lead and manage our new leaving care / semi-independent provisions Work closely with the Deputy Director of Operations (20 years' experience in residential and leaving care) Take responsibility for registering services with Ofsted Ensure compliance with regulatory standards, safeguarding, and best practice Recruit, train, and inspire a high-performing staff team Develop a culture of excellence, ensuring every young person feels safe, supported, and empowered to thrive

What We're Looking For

Previous experience as a Service Manager, Registered Manager or Operations Manager within children's services, leaving care or CQC Strong knowledge of regulations and compliance requirements Passionate about supporting young people to achieve independence Excellent leadership and team-building skills A proactive, solutions-focused mindset Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification

How to Apply

To express an interest in this exciting opportunity, please apply via Indeed.

For an informal chat with Jamie (Deputy Director of Operations), please contact Greg on 07775 654492 or 03330 387550.

For more information about Bayleaf Care and to see our homes and education hubs, visit: www.bayleafcare.co.uk

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 50,000.00-62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Company events Company pension Gym membership On-site parking Private medical insurance
Experience:

managing children or adult or 16+ services: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person