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Children's Home Manager

Job details
Posting date: 25 November 2025
Salary: £46,581.23 per year
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 25 December 2025
Location: Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 1AA
Company: Charles Hunter Associates Ltd
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: LH00RMB_1764084672

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Summary

Are you an experienced Deputy Manager looking to step up into a Residential Manager role, or a Registered Manager ready for a new challenge? Lead a skilled team in a children's home rated Outstanding by Ofsted and make a real impact with your leadership and experience.

Charles Hunter Associates are working exclusively with a national provider of children's residential services to recruit a Children's Home Manager for an Outstanding 1-bed home supporting a young person with emotional and behavioural difficulties. This full-time permanent role pays £46,581.23 inclusive of bonuses and does not offer sponsorship. This position is suitable for an experienced Registered Manager or a Deputy Manager looking to step up. Salary £46,581.23 Location Barnsley

Please do not apply if you need sponsorship. To apply for this role you must have residence and right to work within the UK.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage an Ofsted Outstanding 1-bed residential children's home

  • Lead a child-focused staff team and ensure high standards of care

  • Oversee safeguarding, compliance, and Ofsted requirements

  • Drive positive outcomes and maintain a child-led environment

  • Meet performance targets including occupancy and Ofsted bonuses

Requirements:

  • Previous Ofsted Registered Manager experience or at least 3 years' Deputy Manager experience

  • QCF Level 5 Leadership and Management

  • Strong knowledge of children's social care legislation, Ofsted frameworks, and safeguarding

  • Positive, child-led approach with excellent leadership and team management skills

To discuss this opportunity further, please contact Laura at Charles Hunter Associates.

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