Children's Home Manager


Company:	CS UK Recruitment Ltd
Salary:	£55,000
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Sheffield, S20 1FW
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	3 Aug 2026
Closing date:	2 Sept 2026

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Summary

A fantastic opportunity has become available for an experienced Children's Home Manager to lead a residential children's home in the Sheffield area. This position is with a well-established healthcare organisation recognised for delivering high-quality care across the UK.

The service provides a safe, supportive, and nurturing environment where children and young people are encouraged to build confidence, achieve positive outcomes, and reach their full potential through individualised care and support

Key Duties

• Assist with the launch and ongoing development of a new residential children's home

• Lead, motivate, and support the staff team to deliver high standards of care

• Ensure the home operates in line with Ofsted requirements, safeguarding legislation, and relevant care standards

• Develop effective working relationships with families, local authorities, and partner agencies

• Participate in recruitment, induction, training, supervision, and performance management of staff

• Support the effective management of budgets, resources, and day-to-day operations

• Foster a positive, child-focused environment that promotes safety, stability, and personal development

Skills and Experience

• Previous experience working within a residential childcare setting

• Good knowledge of safeguarding procedures and the needs of vulnerable children and young people

• Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills with the ability to inspire others

• Committed to delivering high-quality care and keen to further develop a career in residential childcare management

Essential Requirements -

Applicants must hold an NVQ Level 3 in Residential Childcare (Children and Young People or an equivalent qualification). Candidates currently working towards a Level 5 qualification, or willing to undertake it, are encouraged to apply

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary of £52,000–£55,000 per annum, depending on experience - Pay frequency is monthly

• Full-time permanent position working day shifts

• Comprehensive induction, training, and ongoing professional development

• Funded Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification where required

• Support from an experienced and approachable senior management team

• Opportunity to play a key role in establishing a new, high-quality residential service

• Excellent employee benefits including additional annual leave, company pension, free parking, health and wellbeing support, staff events, casual dress, and discounted or complimentary meals

Reference: 7371JC

To apply for this opportunity, please call 0121 638 0567 or email your CV to contact@jupiterrecruitment.co.uk.

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