Retreat Manager - Children's Residential
| Posting date: | 16 April 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £41,000 to £56,000 per year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 16 May 2025 |
| Location: | CH8 |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Purosearch |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | JOB-53035-20726 |
Summary
Care Manager – Children & Young Adults’ Activity-Based Service
Chester
£41,000 – £56,000 per year
Full-Time
Permanent
£1,000 Welcome Bonus | Purpose-Built Outdoor Setting | Therapeutic, Activity-Based Care
Are you an experienced care leader looking for a role that combines creativity, outdoor activities, and therapeutic support?
This provider is hiring a Care Manager to lead their specialist service for children, young people, and adults with Autism, ADHD, Learning Disabilities, and Emotional or Behavioural Needs.
You’ll be based at our purpose-built site in Chester, featuring modern lodges set in open green space—perfect for sensory engagement and nature-based care. They are looking for someone with strong leadership skills, a passion for person-centred support, and a love for working in the outdoors.
What We Offer:
• £1,000 Welcome Bonus
• Salary: £41,000 – £56,000 (based on experience)
• Annual Pay Reviews
• Fully Funded Healthcare Package, including:
• £320/year dental allowance
• £70/year towards glasses/eye tests
• £160/year for physiotherapy
• Free On-Site Meals & Parking
• Team Awards Ceremony – over £10,000 in prizes annually
• Leadership Training & Career Development
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Refer a Friend Bonus – £500 per successful hire
Your Role:
• Lead a fun, inclusive, and therapeutic care setting
• Oversee daily operations across five residential lodges
• Support a team of activity-focused care staff
• Ensure high standards in safeguarding, care planning, and positive behaviour support
• Build trusted relationships with families, professionals, and external agencies
• Create a positive, creative, and person-centred culture
About You:
• Experience as a Manager or Deputy Manager in a care setting (children or young adults)
• Background in activity-based or outdoor therapeutic care
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management – Residential Childcare (or working towards)
• Passion for outdoor learning, creativity, and child development
• Strong leadership and communication skills