Job Description

Job Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated

Home Manager

to lead the dual management of two specialist children's homes, located within one mile of each other.

One home will provide bespoke 1:1 care for two young people. The second home will offer a solo placement tailored to an individual child's needs.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership, a proactive and therapeutic approach, and the ability to drive a culture of high-quality care, ensuring that young people feel safe, valued, and empowered.

Key Responsibilities

Lead, manage, and inspire staff teams across both homes, creating a nurturing and positive environment. Oversee the delivery of personalised care plans aligned to each child's needs, goals, and aspirations. Ensure that all safeguarding policies and procedures are adhered to, maintaining a safe and supportive living environment. Maintain effective communication with young people, families, social workers, and external partners. Promote the emotional wellbeing, independence, and development of every young person. Conduct regular assessments and reviews of individual care plans and risk assessments. Manage daily operations including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, reporting, and quality assurance. Monitor and uphold standards in line with Ofsted regulations, aiming for consistently Good or Outstanding ratings. Provide ongoing staff training, supervision, performance management, and professional development opportunities. Champion the values and mission of Prospera Group in every decision and action.

Qualifications and Experience

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to work towards it). Proven leadership experience within a residential childcare or similar setting. Strong working knowledge of children's safeguarding procedures, care standards, and Ofsted regulations. Experience working with children and young people with emotional, social, and behavioural needs. Ability to multi-task and manage the demands of dual homes effectively. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills. Commitment to therapeutic, child-centred practice.

Why Join Prospera Group?

Be part of a growing, forward-thinking organisation that genuinely puts young people first. Work in homes designed around individual care and outstanding practice, not volume. Access to ongoing training, professional development, and progression opportunities. Supportive leadership culture that values resilience, trust, nurturing, and personal growth. The opportunity to make a real, lasting difference in young people's lives.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 42,000.00-46,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Performance bonus Quarterly bonus Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company events Company pension Employee mentoring programme Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Night shift Overtime Weekend availability
Experience:

Managerial: 2 years (required)
Licence/Certification:

L5 Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (required)
Location:

Coppull PR7 (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: RCHM1
Expected start date: 01/07/2025