Head of Home / Registered Manager

Overview

In this role you lead Salford City Council’s expanding Children’s Residential Service, steering a children’s home from opening through daily operations. You will set standards of care, promote therapeutic approaches, and drive compliance toward Good/Outstanding Ofsted ratings. You’ll build and develop a dedicated team, embedding culture and practice that improves outcomes for young people. This is a mission-driven leadership role offering impact, growth, and a central place in a values-focused organisation.

Pay / Benefits

• induction and onboarding
• regular supervision and development
• opportunities for leadership qualification
• supportive leadership team
• training and development resources
• work to build responsive, resilient services

Responsibilities

• Establish and oversee our children’s home(s) with a focus on excellence and warmth
• Lead the implementation of therapeutic childcare practices within the home
• Maintain regulatory compliance and strive for Good/Outstanding Ofsted ratings
• Recruit, train, and inspire the residential team to transform lives

Key requirements

• Extensive managerial experience in children’s homes with a track record of achieving Good/Outstanding Ofsted ratings
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards)
• Strong background in embedding therapeutic approaches to childcare
• Experience with or willingness to manage dual registrations (desirable)

• compassionate leadership
• strategic and visionary thinking
• effective team development and motivation
• strong communication and collaboration
• therapeutic childcare practices
• regulatory compliance and Ofsted processes

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