Job Description

Bayleaf Care

: Amazing Things are Happening Here!

Operations Manager

We currently have an established and experienced senior leadership team however, with new homes opening this year and further plans for 2026, there is an exciting opportunity for an additional operations manager to join our team with the intention that this will lead to Responsible Individual upon the opening of the homes.

About Bayleaf Care

Bayleaf Care provides exceptional care for children and young people across the UK, especially those who have faced trauma. We use the PACE model, which creates a safe, caring environment to help children feel secure and build positive relationships.

We have homes that look after young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties and children's home that specifically care for young people with learning disabilities and physical disabilities.

Our approach starts with the key worker, who forms a strong, trusting bond with the child. This relationship is essential for the child's development and continues throughout their care.

We offer personalized care, education, and treatment led by a team of trained professionals, helping children manage their emotions and behaviours in a safe, supportive environment.

There are currently 2 children's homes open, with another 2 homes due to open by late spring and a further 2 homes opening by Autumn.

Each children's home has their own permanent on-site therapist and a pool car.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide strategic and operational leadership across all residential homes within the region. Ensure each home is fully compliant with Ofsted regulations, safeguarding standards, and Bayleaf Care's policies. Support Registered Managers and their teams in delivering high-quality, child-centred care and positive outcomes for young people. Monitor performance and quality assurance processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing effective solutions. Work closely with the senior leadership team on service development, staff training, and capacity building. Manage budgets, staffing structures, and resource allocation to maintain efficient and effective operations. Lead by example to embed a culture of excellence, empathy, and resilience across all services.

Essential Requirements:

Proven experience in a senior management role within children's residential care. Strong working knowledge of relevant legislation, including The Children's Homes Regulations and Quality Standards (2015). Excellent leadership, communication, and people management skills. Ability to build strong, supportive teams and lead in high-pressure environments. NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare (or equivalent). Enhanced DBS check and a full driving licence.
The salary is 60,000 to 65,000

Benefits- Gym membership, private health insurance

Bonus scheme and further additional benefits available upon becoming Responsible Individual

Holiday- 30 days

Please submit a CV or if you would like to find out more about Bayleaf Care please call Greg on 07775654492 or 03330 387550 to arrange an informal chat with our current operational team.

For more information about Bayleaf Care and to look at a couple of our homes, please visit us at https://bayleafcare.co.uk/

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 60,000.00-65,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme
Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Gym membership Health & wellbeing programme Private medical insurance Referral programme Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

Must have NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
Experience:

senior management in children's homes: 1 year (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: OP1