Children Residential Registered Manager

Job Description

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Dual Residential Children’s Home Manager

Sheffield • £53,000–£62,000 • Full-time

Are you a passionate, experienced leader who wants to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable children and young people? Do you thrive in a role where every day brings purpose, challenge, and the chance to create lasting change?

We’re looking for an exceptional Dual Residential Children’s Home Manager to oversee two solo-bed children’s homes in Sheffield. This is a unique opportunity for a confident, compassionate manager who can lead with vision, stability, and heart.

Why This Role Matters

You’ll be shaping two safe, nurturing homes where children can heal, grow, and feel truly supported. Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care, the culture of the homes, and the outcomes for the young people who live there.

This is more than a management role — it’s a chance to build environments where children feel valued, understood, and empowered.

What You’ll Lead

As Dual Manager, you will:

• Oversee the full operation of two solo-bed children’s homes
• Ensure both homes meet and exceed Ofsted and regulatory standards
• Lead, inspire, and develop staff teams across both settings
• Drive high-quality safeguarding, care planning, and risk management
• Build strong relationships with local authorities, schools, and health partners
• Support children’s education, emotional wellbeing, and personal development
• Manage budgets, resources, staffing, and rota planning
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and reflective practice

Your leadership will set the tone for excellence across both homes.

What You Bring

• Level 5 Leadership & Management 
• At least 2 years’ experience in residential childcare, including 1 year at xwzovoh senior level
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and confidence in managing risk
• Experience leading teams and driving high-quality practice
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• A commitment to trauma-informed, child-centred care
• The resilience and passion needed to lead two specialist homes

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive salary £53,000–£62,000
• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Supportive senior leadership and opportunities for progression
• The chance to shape two homes that genuinely change lives