Experienced Children's Home Manager Opportunity in Lewisham, London

Further Details

This position is for a Children's Home Manager in Lewisham, London, a key role within the social care sector. Additionally, Jupiter Recruitment jobs in Lewisham are available for qualified candidates. The facility will provide specialized care for young people facing diverse challenges. The manager will be responsible for creating a safe and developmental environment, adhering strictly to Ofsted regulations. Ideal candidates will possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of child safeguarding and therapeutic interventions. This role is crucial for ensuring the well-being and progress of vulnerable children, contributing significantly to the residential childcare landscape.

Experienced Children's Home Manager - Lewisham, London

Jupiter Recruitment is actively seeking a dynamic and experienced Children's Home Registered Manager to establish and lead a new, small-scale children's home in Lewisham, South East London. This is a pivotal role within the social care sector, focusing on providing exceptional care and support for young people with complex needs.

The ideal candidate will possess a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare and a minimum of 3 years' experience in a residential childcare setting, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or management capacity. This position offers a competitive salary of up to £70,000 per annum, alongside a comprehensive benefits package.

• Key Responsibilities: Leadership, safeguarding, staff management, strategic planning, budget management, Ofsted compliance.
• Requirements: Level 5 Diploma, 3+ years' relevant experience, strong safeguarding knowledge, excellent leadership skills.
• Benefits: 33 Days holiday, pension scheme, annual salary review, comprehensive induction.

Skills

• Provide confident, trauma-informed leadership to staff and young people
• Create a safe and supportive environment for child development
• Recruit, induct, and retain a high-quality staff team
• Oversee staffing, training, supervisions, and professional development
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and emotional resilience
• Lead strategic planning with measurable outcomes
• Maintain an up-to-date Statement of Purpose
• Ensure full compliance with Ofsted and Children's Homes Regulations
• Lead safeguarding efforts as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
• Manage budgets, audits, inspections, and operational processes
• Build effective partnerships with families, professionals, and external agencies
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding and therapeutic care
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Experience supporting children with trauma and challenging behaviour
• Flexibility to be part of the on-call rota (some evenings/weekends)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Open, establish, and lead a small-sized children’s home
• Provide high-quality care, safeguarding, and support for young people
• Ensure all operations reflect the aims and values of the Statement of Purpose
• Respond to disclosures, incidents, and concerns in line with safeguarding procedures
• Manage budgets and operational processes effectively

How to apply

• Prepare your CV: Ensure your Curriculum Vitae is up-to-date and highlights your relevant experience and qualifications.
• Contact for Application: To apply for this exciting career opportunity, please call on 0121 638 0567.
• Submit Your CV: Alternatively, you can send your CV directly via email to the designated contact person.
• Application Deadline: Ensure your application is submitted before the closing date of 18 December 2026.
• Job Reference: Please quote Job reference 7364_1793721411 when making contact or submitting your application.
• Work Permit: Note that an EU work permit is required for this position.