Registered Children's Home Manager - Merseyside

Full -Time / Perm - £60,000 - £70,000 per year

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Registered Children's Home Managerto oversee a Children's Home dedicated to supporting children. This leadership role involves managing daily operations, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and fostering a nurturing environment for both staff and residents. The ideal candidate will possess strong management skills, experience in program development, and a compassionate approach to working with vulnerable populations. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and their families while leading a dedicated team.

Responsibilities

• Provide effective management and leadership for the children's homes, ensuring high-quality care and support for residents.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate programs tailored to the needs of children with developmental disabilities.
• Supervise staff members, including recruitment, training, performance management, and fostering a positive team environment.
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements, including safeguarding policies and health & safety standards.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families, social workers, external agencies, and community partners.
• Oversee administrative functions such as budgeting, record keeping, and reporting to ensure smooth operation of the home.
• Manage behavioural health interventions and support plans to promote positive outcomes for children.
• Lead crisis intervention efforts when necessary, ensuring safety and well-being of all residents.
• Promote continuous improvement through staff development initiatives and program enhancements.

Requirements:

• Must be a car driver
• Proven management experience within children's residential services.
• Strong background in program development and program management tailored to children with developmental disabilities.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience with the ability to lead and motivate multidisciplinary teams.
• Knowledge of behavioural health practices relevant to children with special needs (EBD).
• Excellent relationship management skills for working effectively with children, families, staff, and external agencies.
• Administrative experience including budgeting, record keeping, compliance documentation, and report writing.
• Background in social work or related fields is highly desirable.
• The successful candidate must be Ofsted-registered as a Registered Manager, or able to meet the criteria and complete registration within an agreed timeframe
• Ability to handle complex situations with sensitivity and professionalism while maintaining high standards of care.

This role is integral to creating a supportive environment where children can thrive through dedicated leadership and compassionate service delivery.