Children's Home Manager
Posted 3 days 10 hours ago by Purosearch Ltd
Children's Home Manager
£66,000 OTE
5 BED EBD
Stockport
Are you a compassionate and experienced leader in residential childcare? We're seeking a Children's Home Manager to take the reins of an already established and fully operational 5-bed EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) home in Stockport.
This is your opportunity to make an immediate impact-guiding an existing team and supporting children who are already living in the home-while being backed by a trusted and reputable care provider.
About the Role:
You'll take full responsibility for managing the home, ensuring it continues to meet the highest standards of care, compliance, and therapeutic support. You'll inspire and develop a committed team and help shape positive outcomes for the children and young people in your care.
What They Offer:
- £66,000 On-Target Earnings
- Competitive base salary + achievable performance bonuses
- Generous annual leave
- Ongoing training and career development
- Supportive, values-led senior leadership
- A stable, established home where you can truly make a difference
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing the day-to-day operations of a 5-bed EBD children's home
- Ensuring full compliance with Ofsted and all regulatory standards
- Supporting and safeguarding the welfare of children already placed in the home
- Leading and developing a child-focused, trauma-informed care team
- Driving a culture of excellence, care, and continuous improvement
- Building strong partnerships with local authorities and external professionals
They Are Looking For:
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
- Minimum 2 years' management experience in a children's residential setting
- A deep understanding of safeguarding, child development, and EBD support
- Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills
- A child-centred, resilient, and proactive mindset
To apply, please submit your CV OR call Tom at Purosearch on