Children's Service Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 04 Mawrth 2026 |
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| Cyflog: | £55,000.00 i £60,000.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 03 Ebrill 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Birmingham, West Midlands, B12 7QX |
| Cwmni: | Search Consultancy LTD |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | Req/678921_1772638152 |
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Overview
We are seeking an experienced, confident, and values-driven Registered Manager to lead a specialist children's home supporting children and young people with learning disabilities, autism, and associated mental health needs. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a nurturing, structured, and high-performing residential service that promotes positive outcomes and meaningful progress for every child.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide overall leadership and operational management of the children's home.
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Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations (2015), safeguarding legislation, and inspection standards.
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Act as the Registered Manager and Designated Safeguarding Lead.
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Lead on care planning, behaviour support, and person-centred practice.
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Manage, supervise, and develop a multidisciplinary staff team, including Deputy Manager and Team Leaders.
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Oversee staffing, rotas, training, performance management, and recruitment.
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Manage budgets and resources effectively, ensuring financial compliance and accountability.
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Promote a safe, inclusive, and homely environment where children feel valued and heard.
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Participate in the 24-hour on-call rota.
Essential Requirements
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NVQ Level 3 (or equivalent) and Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards).
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Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations (2015), safeguarding, and inspection frameworks.
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Experience in a senior role within children's residential care or disability services.
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Excellent leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
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Commitment to promoting the welfare, rights, and independence of children and young people with complex needs.
Additional Information
The role requires flexibility, including evenings, weekends, and participation in an on-call rota. A full UK driving licence is desirable.
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.