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Location:Manchester, Greater Manchester
Salary:£26,000£40,000 per annum (dependent on experience and qualifications, including sleep-in allowances)
Hours:Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (rota-based, including sleep-ins and on-call duties)
Are you passionate about making a real, positive impact on the lives of children and young people? Are you currently working towards your Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare and eager to fast-track your career to become a Childrens Residential Manager? If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
You will join a supportive, values-driven team in Manchester where your leadership skills will be nurtured and your professional growth actively encouraged. You will play a vital role in shaping a safe, nurturing environment where children thrive and feel empowered. With clear career progression and management roles lined up, you will not only develop your expertise but also step confidently towards your future as a Registered Manager.
What You Will DoYou will support the Registered Manager in leading the home, ensuring every child receives the highest standard of care and support.
You will lead, inspire, and develop a passionate team of residential support workers, creating a positive culture where everyone feels valued and motivated.
You will ensure all care practices fully comply with Ofsted regulations and safeguarding standards, maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.
You will oversee the development and review of personalised placement plans, risk assessments, and behaviour management strategies tailored to each childs needs.
You will manage staff rotas, cover shifts including sleep-ins and on-call duties, and ensure the home operates smoothly 24/7.
You will build trusting relationships with children, acting as a positive role model and advocate, helping them to reach their full potential.
You will work closely with families, social workers, and external agencies to champion the best outcomes for the children in your care.
You will lead investigations into incidents with professionalism and thoroughness, ensuring lessons are learned and improvements made.
You will receive ongoing support and supervision, helping you grow your leadership skills and confidence every day.
You are currently working towards or have recently completed your Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
You bring at least 2 years experience working in childrens residential care, including a minimum of 1 year in a supervisory or senior role.
You have a strong understanding of safeguarding, child protection, and regulatory compliance.
You communicate with clarity, empathy, and confidence, inspiring those around you.
You are organised, proactive, and able to manage competing priorities with calm and professionalism.
You are committed to flexible working, including evenings, weekends, sleep-ins, and on-call duties.
You are ready to embrace a leadership role where you can truly make a difference.
A competitive salary with additional sleep-in and on-call allowances.
A clear and supported pathway to becoming a Registered Manager, with exciting roles ready for your next career step.
Access to ongoing training, professional development, and mentorship tailored to your ambitions.
28 days paid annual leave, plus extra leave for long service.
The chance to work within a warm, supportive, and values-led team dedicated to making a difference.
The satisfaction of knowing your work changes lives every single day.
You have the passion, the drive, and the ambition now is your moment. Dont wait to take the next step in your career and transform the lives of children who need you most.Get in touch with us today to learn more and start your journey to becoming a Childrens Residential Manager. Your future starts here!
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
