Registered Manager Children's Home

Working Pattern: Full time

Working Arrangement: On site

Interview Date/Type: In person

SMART Working: We aim to offer flexibility wherever possible. Many of our colleagues work from home one or more days a week and/or adjust their hours. We call this SMART working - giving you the freedom to shape your working pattern around your life, whilst still delivering great outcomes. Speak with the hiring manager about the range of flexible working options available for this role.

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and ambitious manager to join our experienced team. The home is well established within the local community and has excellent relationships with partners. As the registered manager you be responsible for providing good quality care to young people enabling them to make good progress in life. You will work with partners to ensure that young people's needs are met and that they are effectively safeguarded and their wellbeing is promoted. You will also have responsibility for health and safety, staff recruitment and retention and compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations (2015).

We are looking for a manager who wants to make a difference by providing a stable loving caring home in which young people can grow and have many positive experiences they can take through to adulthood.

The home is registered for 5 children with emotional and behavioural difficulties (although usually operates with 3 or 4 children in placement). It is currently rated Good overall, Good in Help and Protect and Requires Improvement to be Good in Leadership and Management. The staff team is experienced and provide good quality care to the young people. There is experienced senior management support in place.

About You

You will have at least two years’ experience (within the last 5 years) of working in a residential childcare setting, and you will have worked for at least one year in a role requiring the supervision and management of staff working in a care role. You will have a commitment to delivering high quality care according to the Children’s Homes Regulations (2015). You will also have an in-depth understanding of the things that matter most to children’s lives.

Your style and approach will reflect our values and behaviours: you will be committed to continually learning & improving the way you do things to ensure effective outcomes; valuing and respecting others’ contribution, you will work together to deliver services; you will take ownership of your actions and strive to get things right. You will have a working knowledge of relevant legislation and health and social care systems to ensure the best outcomes for young people. The home utilises the PACE model of care and you will be instrumental in developing this approach further with the staff team; the home has an allocated CAMHS Senior Practitioner who has one day per week allocated to the home. Trafford has a relational practice model which drives forward the approach to working with young people, their families and professionals.

You will be able to demonstrate experience in managing and developing staff, alongside leadership abilities and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You will have a Level 5 in Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare or be working towards this or willing to complete the qualification if you already have a Level 3 Diploma (or equivalent) in Residential Childcare.

Additional Information

This advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications, so please apply as soon as possible.

You will need to complete an application to register as the Manager of the home and be successful in the registration process to be the Registered Manager of the home. This is a condition of continued employment.

Enhanced DBS check will be required

Car User with transport; you will be required to drive in this role.

You will need to be able to provide management support outside of core working hours and work flexibly to provide cover dependent upon service needs

Find Out More.

For the full details of this opportunity, please refer to the role profile linked below.

If you have any questions or would like an informal chat you can get in contact with the hiring manager, Laura Caunce at laura.caunce@trafford.gov.uk

About us...

Trafford is a vibrant, inclusive borough at the heart of Greater Manchester. Home to 235,000 residents, four thriving town centres, over 11,000 businesses, and 60+ parks and green spaces. We’re a place where community and opportunity meet. With excellent transport links, a proud heritage as the birthplace of the NHS, world-class sporting venues and outstanding schools, Trafford is a fantastic place to live, work, and thrive.

Why Trafford?

We’re more than just a local authority; we’re a team of passionate people committed to making a real difference. We deliver essential services that matter, from education and social care to business support, licensing, libraries and leisure and much more. No matter what your role is with us, you will help us to create a borough where all our “residents, businesses and communities thrive.”

Our Culture...

Our values are at the heart of everything we do. They’re not just words on a wall, they shape how we work together, make decisions, and support each other every day.

They help us create a workplace where everyone feels valued, heard, and inspired to do their best. If you share these values and want your work to have real purpose and impact, Trafford is the perfect place to grow your career.

What you'll love about working with us...

Alongside a competitive salary, we offer a wide range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development and work-life balance:

• Generous Leave: Start with 26 days of annual leave (plus bank holidays), with options to carry over or buy extra days.
• Flexible Perks: Discounts on car leasing, cycle to work, home tech, plus family friendly policies and hybrid working
• Invest in your future: Join our generous Local Government Pension Scheme for peace of mind.
• Grow with us: We'll support your development at every stage! Through leadership programmes like our EPIC Manager, LEAP into leadership and senior leadership. Plus, you'll have access to specialist qualifications and personal coaching to unlock your full potential.
• Wellbeing First: Guided wellbeing walks and “Tea and Talk” sessions, and events like World Mental Health and National Fitness Day.
• Connect with us: Connect with colleagues through our staff forums or join our Let’s Talk events to network, share ideas, and hear about the exciting work happening across our council.
• Be Celebrated: For all your hard work, ideas and contributions through at our annual Time to Shine event, our cheers for peers’ scheme or through our EPIC Star Awards.

Key Information...

• Pre-Employment Checks: If offered a role, as a minimum we’ll need to verify your right to work in the UK, receive two satisfactory references, and medical check. Trafford Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All post holders are subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Check.
• Please note: We are not a licensed sponsor and will not be able to support with your work visa.
• Privacy Notice: We respect your privacy. For details on how we collect, process, and protect your data, please click here: Recruitment and employment privacy notice | Trafford Council privacy notice | Trafford Council

Make an Impact. Apply Today.

If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a team shaping a better Trafford for our residents, businesses and communities then we'd love to receive an application from you.

We want everyone to feel confident and supported throughout our recruitment process. If you need any help, adjustments or support at any stage, please get in touch with us at recruitment@trafford.gov.uk

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