Location: Wisbech
Salary: £45,000
Bonuses: £5,000 Welcome Bonus + 21% Annual Bonus + On-call Payments
Service Care Solutions are recruiting on behalf of one of our clients for a Children’s Home Manager to lead a well-established three-bed residential home in Wisbech. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and compassionate leader to join a fully staffed team in a home rated “Good” by Ofsted, supporting three young girls with Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD).
Role Overview The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, a passion for high-quality care, and a proven track record in managing EBD homes. With no current staff vacancies and a stable team in place, this role offers the chance to focus on building meaningful relationships and driving continued excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver outstanding care and ensure excellent outcomes for young people
- Oversee daily operations and contribute to the strategic development of the home
- Lead a dedicated team and work collaboratively with external professionals
- Act as a positive role model, fostering trust and long-term growth
- Manage staff rotas, training (QCF Level 3), appraisals, and performance reviews
- Oversee service development, budgeting, and financial performance
- Ensure safeguarding and promote the wellbeing of all residents
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior role within a children’s residential setting
- Level 3 or 4 qualification in Children and Young People’s Workforce
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care (or working towards)
- Strong understanding of The Children Act 1989 and Children’s Home Regulations
- Proven experience in budget and financial management
- Full UK driving licence
- Flexibility to provide on-call support
- Salary: £45,000
- Bonus Scheme: 21% of annual salary
- Welcome Bonus: £5,000
- Annual Leave: 32 days including bank holidays
- Career Progression: Opportunities to advance into senior leadership roles
- DBS Checks: Fully funded, including renewals
- Training & Development: Ongoing support from an award-winning L&D team
- Pension Scheme: Helping you plan for the future
- Wellbeing Support: Access to Employee Assistance Programme
- Referral Scheme: £500 bonus to share with a friend
- EPIC Awards: Monthly recognition and prizes for outstanding contributions
- Retail Discounts: Save up to 50% with Blue Light Card and HAPI app
Please send your CV to andrew.wiles@servicecare.org.uk
