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Children's Home Manager
Burnley
Salary: £47,000 to £55,000 per annum
Solo Placement EBD
Our client, a reputable provider of children's residential care, is hiring for a dedicated Children's Home Manager to lead a specialised EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties) home in Burnley. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in young lives while working within a supportive and professional environment.
What You'll Be Doing
- Leading and managing the day-to-day operations of the home, ensuring high standards of care and safety.
- Overseeing staff, fostering a positive team culture, and providing leadership and support.
- Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and maintaining excellent inspection reports.
- Managing budgets, KPIs, and ensuring the home stays within financial targets.
- Handling complex situations, including restraint if required, with professionalism and care.
- Building strong relationships with young people, their families, and external agencies.
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What You'll Bring
- Experience in a leadership role within children's residential care, ideally with at least 2 years as a Deputy Manager or similar.
- A solid background of 5+ years working in children's residential settings under Ofsted.
- Level 5 Leadership and Management qualification (or working towards it) is preferred.
- Level 3 Children and Young People (CYP) qualification.
- Valid driver's licence.
- Ability to handle challenging situations with empathy and professionalism.
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Additional Info
Salary: £47,000 to £55,000 per annum plus an £8,500 bonus scheme based on KPIs, budget management, and Ofsted outcomes.
Location: Burnley, with opportunities to work within a network of homes across the North West.
If you're passionate about making a positive impact and meet the criteria, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care and support for young people.
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