Job Description

Placement Manager - Residential Care

Location: London SW16

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Closing Date: 30th October 2025

Make a meaningful impact on young lives -- lead with purpose, care, and courage.

About Us - Young People Relate (YPR)

At YPR, we believe in more than just care -- we believe in transformation. We empower young people facing complex challenges to build brighter futures through tailored support, emotional engagement, and structured opportunities. With a 100% track record of re-engagement into education, employment or training, we deliver person-centred, therapeutic support that changes lives.

The Opportunity

We're looking for a passionate and experienced Placement Manager with a background in social work or residential care leadership to take charge of one of our supported living placements. You will play a pivotal role in safeguarding young people, leading a skilled team, and ensuring our home operates in line with Ofsted requirements and our Statement of Purpose.

This is more than a managerial role -- it's a mission to create safe, nurturing, and development-focused environments for some of society's most vulnerable young people.

Your Key Responsibilities

Lead all operational aspects of the home in line with Ofsted and safeguarding regulations.

Ensure the delivery of a safe, therapeutic, and person-centred environment.

Supervise, support, and develop your team to meet the highest standards of practice.

Liaise with external professionals, families, and stakeholders to ensure joined-up care.

Manage budgets, rotas, incidents, and ongoing risk assessments with professionalism and care.

Uphold and model trauma-informed, anti-discriminatory practice across the service.

Oversee care planning, transitions, and placement reviews to deliver positive outcomes.

What We're Looking For

? A recognised qualification in Residential Childcare (Level 3) - Level 5 in Leadership and Management highly desirable

? 2+ years' experience managing or working in residential childcare

? Background in social work, youth work, or therapeutic care preferred

? Confident with Ofsted requirements, safeguarding protocols and staff supervision

? Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills

? Resilience, empathy, and the ability to inspire others in challenging environments

Why Join YPR?

? Be part of an organisation with real impact and integrity

? Opportunities for professional development and support toward higher qualifications

? Work in a value-led, collaborative team with clear vision and support

? Flexible working hours and a culture that respects work-life balance

Ready to lead with heart?

Apply now and join us in giving young people the future they deserve.

Send your CV and cover letter to: recruitment@yprelate.org

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 35,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking
Work Location: In person