An established children’s care provider is seeking a dedicated and experienced Operations Manager to oversee a growing portfolio of Ofsted-regulated children’s homes. This pivotal role involves leading multiple teams to ensure the delivery of outstanding therapeutic care to children and young people with emotional, behavioural, and complex needs.

With multiple new homes opening in 2025 and beyond, the role offers clear progression toward taking on the Responsible Individual (RI) designation, making it ideal for candidates ready to take the next step in senior leadership.

Location: East Midlands (Derbyshire-based, with regional travel)
Salary: £60,000–£65,000 per annum + performance-based bonus
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Registered Managers to ensure high standards of care, safeguarding, and compliance.
• Oversee daily operations across several children’s homes, ensuring alignment with Ofsted and internal quality standards.
• Implement and monitor improvement plans to drive service excellence.
• Collaborate with the senior team on new service development and strategic planning.
• Ensure homes are adequately staffed, trained, and resourced.
• Provide supervision, development, and mentoring for home managers.
• Manage performance targets, KPIs, and regulatory inspections effectively.

Requirements

• Significant leadership experience in children’s residential care.
• NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
• Strong understanding of The Children’s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Proven ability to drive quality improvements and lead multidisciplinary teams.
• A supportive, values-led leadership style aligned with therapeutic approaches.
• Full UK driving licence and enhanced DBS clearance.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual bonus potential
• Private medical insurance
• Enhanced annual leave
• Pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Gym membership
• Casual dress and inclusive culture
• Wellbeing and employee support initiatives

About the Provider

This organisation is committed to creating safe, nurturing environments where children and young people can heal, develop, and thrive. Their services are underpinned by trauma-informed, therapeutic models of care. With a strong focus on staff development and high-quality outcomes, they are building a robust network of homes across the Midlands and beyond.

Apply Today

Interested candidates are encouraged to contact Sharissa at sharissag@snghealthcare.co.uk or call 02380 118224 for a confidential discussion or to apply.