Children's home manager - Huddersfield

Children’s Home Manager – New Start-Up Location: Huddersfield Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (DOE) Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday (with on-call Monday – Thursday) Are you an experienced leader looking for a new challenge in a specialist children’s home? We are seeking a Children’s Home Manager to oversee a brand-new service in Huddersfield, supporting children and young people with complex needs, Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD), and physical and verbal aggression. About the Role: As the Registered Manager, you will be responsible for: ✔ Overseeing the home and staff team, ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance. ✔ Managing a diverse and experienced team, with staff-to-child ratios ranging from 4:1, 3:1, and 2:1 depending on individual needs. ✔ Implementing and maintaining care plans tailored to each young person’s needs. ✔ Ensuring a therapeutic, safe, and structured environment for all residents. ✔ Leading on OFSTED compliance, safeguarding, and quality assurance to achieve a high standard of care. ✔ Managing rotas, budgets, and staff training to create a stable, supportive home. What We’re Looking For: ✔ Experienced Managers or Deputy Managers looking to step up (must be highly experienced in children’s residential care). ✔ Candidates must be working towards or hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Residential Childcare. ✔ Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage challenging behaviours in a high-need setting. ✔ A commitment to safeguarding, positive outcomes, and therapeutic approaches. ✔ Ability to remain calm under pressure and lead a resilient, dedicated team. What’s on Offer? ✨ Competitive salary of up to £60,000 (dependent on experience). ✨ Opportunity to lead and shape a brand-new home with full support from senior leadership. ✨ Career progression within a growing and ambitious organisation. ✨ A chance to make a real difference in the lives of children with complex needs. If you are a passionate, experienced professional looking to lead a new service, we would love to hear from you