Children Home Manager

Company: Brook Street Social Care
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Location: Burnley
Job Description:

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.

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.

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.

Posted: August 3rd, 2026