Overview

Are you driven by changing children’s lives for the better?  Would you like to work in a small, supportive environment that values work/life balance?  Then join Esland and become a part of our highly valued team!

Role: Ofsted Registered Children’s Home Manager

Pay rate: £44,000 – £52,000 per annum plus up to £8,500 in bonuses

We are seeking a committed, diligent Registered Children’s Home Manager to join our new home in Loughborough opening in 2025.

Do you want to be part of the set up and registration of your own new home adding your own personal touches?

We are passionate about promoting and encouraging independence and life skills for our young people, ensuring that their safety and well-being underpins every decision we make.

About our schools:

There are so many reasons to join us!  We can offer:
  • A competitive salary of up to £52,000 (dependant on experience and qualifications), plus a bonus structure with the potential to earn up to £8,500 (based on achievable KPIs)
  • Full support within your role and a good work/life balance within a small, close-knit team
  • A warm, family work environment and a company culture focused on fun!
  • 33 days annual leave
  • Fantastic opportunities for career development
  • A day off for your birthday (in addition to your holiday entitlement)
  • Company sick pay 
  • Access to our Green Car Scheme 
  • Access to a holiday home based in the Peak District where you can stay for free, on the company!
  • A company rewards app with access to high street discounts, an online GP, counselling and much more
  • Casual dress
  • Company recognition awards
  • Much more!

What we are looking for:

  • A minimum of 2 years in a position relevant to the residential care of children, within the last 5 years (essential)
  • At least 1 year in a role requiring the supervision and management of staff working in a care role (essential)
  • Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England) or equivalent (highly desirable)
  • A level 3 (or above) diploma in Residential Childcare (essential)
  • Previous experience of participating in Ofsted inspections (essential)
  • An in-depth knowledge of legislations, regulations and best practice surrounding the care of children and the ability to successfully implement this within your home (essential)
  • Meticulous attention to detail and the ability to see tasks through to completion (essential)
  • Candour and a strong sense of integrity (essential)
  • The ability to be caring and compassionate whilst also remaining steadfast and upholding rule and regulations (essential)
  • A full, UK driving licence issued in the UK (essential)
  • Right to work in the UK with no restrictions (essential)
  • Candidates must be over the age of 21 to meet industry regulations (essential)
Successful employment is subject to satisfactory Full Enhanced Disclosure, right to work and reference checks in line with government regulations and Safer Recruitment Practices.
All young people are equally entitled to have their needs met in a fair and balanced way. Esland employees are responsible for promoting equal opportunities for all and for challenging any behaviour or practice which discriminates against any young person or colleague on the grounds of race, religion, disability, age, gender, sexual orientation, or any other perceived difference.

We can offer:

About Esland

With over 35 years of residential childcare experience, the Esland group now has more than 60 residential children’s and assessment homes, and three schools, that are spread across the Kent, Hertfordshire, Yorkshire, Derbyshire, Lincolnshire, Staffordshire, Wiltshire, Bedfordshire, Nottinghamshire, West Midlands and Northamptonshire regions of England. We strive to support our children to achieve their very best outcomes, through our bespoke residential care, education, therapeutic and activity-led wraparound services.

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