Registered Children's Home Manager


Company:	Purosearch
Salary:	£45,000 to £55,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	WN5
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	5 Oct 2026
Closing date:	4 Nov 2026

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Summary

Job Title: Children’s Home Manager – 3 Bed EBD Home

Location: Wigan, Greater Manchester

Salary: £45,000 - £55,000

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Supportive senior leadership and a values-driven organisation

Ongoing training and career development opportunities

The opportunity to make a real, lasting difference in young people’s lives

Successful Applicants

Proven experience managing or deputy-managing a children’s home (EBD/SEMH preferred)

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards)

Strong knowledge of children’s residential legislation, safeguarding, and Ofsted frameworks

Confident leader with excellent communication and decision-making skills

Calm, resilient, and child-focused, with a genuine commitment to improving young lives

Key Responsibilities

Provide strong, inspirational leadership to a dedicated care team

Ensure the home meets and exceeds

Ofsted standards and regulatory requirements

Develop and implement high-quality care plans tailored to each young person

Promote a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment

Manage staffing, rotas, supervision, and professional development

Work effectively with placing authorities, families, and external professionals

Oversee safeguarding, risk management, and behaviour support strategies

Manage budgets and resources efficiently

If you are an experienced children’s residential care professional ready to take ownership of a high-performing home, we’d like to hear from you. To apply for this role please call Tabitha at Purosearch on 01904570050 or send your CV for immediate attention to t.wagstaff@purosearch.com

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