Children's Home Manager

Domus are recruiting on behalf of a growing and ambitious children''s care provider for a Children''s Home Manager position based in Nottingham.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a specialist 2-bed step-down mental health home while joining an organisation that is investing heavily in both its people and infrastructure. With a strong leadership team and a carefully planned growth strategy, managers are given the support, autonomy, and resources needed to deliver exceptional care and achieve outstanding outcomes.

The organisation currently operates several homes rated Good by Ofsted, with elements of Outstanding practice evident across its services.

The Role As Children''s Home Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the day-to-day running of the home, ensuring children and young people receive high-quality, therapeutic care within a safe and nurturing environment.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading, motivating, and developing a high-performing staff team.
• Ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations and children''s home standards.
• Driving positive outcomes for children and young people.
• Managing safeguarding, quality assurance, and service performance.
• Working closely with senior leadership to support the continued success of the service.

What''s On Offer?

• Salary of -55,000 - -60,000
• 10% annual performance bonus linked to KPI achievement
• B Share equity opportunity, offering potential long-term financial reward as the business continues to grow
• Support from an experienced Operations Director & Owner-with extensive childcare / Healthcare leadership experience
• Genuine career progression opportunities within a growing organisation
• Significant investment in training and development, including funded qualifications
• A provider that prioritises quality, support, and sustainable growth

About You To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Experience as a Registered Manager, or an experienced Deputy Manager ready to step into registration.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and residential childcare legislation.
• A passion for improving the lives of children and young people.
• Excellent leadership and team development skills.
• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent), or willingness to work towards it where appropriate.

Interested? If you''re looking to join a provider that combines ambitious growth with strong operational support and a genuine commitment to quality care, we''d love to hear from you.

If you are interested in the above Children''s Home Manager vacancy, please apply or contact Luke Bown at Domus Recruitment.-

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