Senior Residential Children’s Home Manager

Sheffield • £56,000–£62,000 • Full-time

Are you an inspiring leader who believes every child deserves safety, stability, and the chance to thrive? Do you want to shape a high-quality children’s home and influence practice across multiple services?

This is your opportunity to make a real impact.

We’re looking for a passionate Senior Residential Children’s Home Manager to lead a nurturing, child-centred home in Sheffield. You’ll also provide professional support to other Registered Managers, helping to drive excellence across the region.

Why This Role Matters

You’ll be at the heart of creating a home where children feel safe, valued, and supported. A place where trauma-informed care, emotional warmth, and consistent boundaries help young people rebuild their lives and achieve brighter futures.

What You’ll Lead

As Senior Manager, you will:

• Oversee the full running of a children’s home and ensure outstanding care

• Lead, motivate, and develop a dedicated staff team

• Drive high standards in safeguarding, compliance, and Ofsted readiness

• Build strong partnerships with local authorities, schools, and health professionals

• Support children’s education, wellbeing, and personal development

• Manage budgets, resources, and staffing to ensure a stable, high-quality service

• Champion continuous improvement and a positive, supportive culture

This is a role for someone who leads with heart, clarity, and ambition.

What You Bring

• Level 5 Leadership & Management 

• At least 2 years’ experience in residential childcare, including 1 year at senior level

• Strong safeguarding knowledge and confidence in managing risk

• A proven ability to lead teams and inspire high-quality practice

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

• A commitment to child-centred, trauma-informed care

What You’ll Receive

• Competitive salary £56,000–£62,000

• 28 days annual leave including bank holidays

• Supportive senior leadership and opportunities for progression

• The chance to shape a home that genuinely changes lives