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Children's Home Manager

Vetro Recruitment

Woodthorpe, Loughborough

Salary

£50,000 to £75,000

Contract

Not specified

Hours

Full time

Closing date

Not specified

In plain English

What this job actually involves

You'd be in charge of a children's home, making sure it runs smoothly and that kids are safe and happy. You'd work closely with staff, parents, and other teams to make sure everyone gets the best care. This job is for someone with experience, who's good at leading and making decisions. It's a big responsibility, but also very rewarding.

What you'll need

  • You need to be a Registered Manager with experience in a children's home, or a Deputy Manager looking to move up.
  • You should be able to lead a team and make decisions quickly and confidently.
  • You'll need to be good at communicating with parents, staff, and other teams.
  • You'll have to be able to handle difficult situations and make tough decisions.
  • You'll need to be familiar with OFSTED regulations and be able to improve the home's rating.

How to boost your chances

  • Make sure you're familiar with the latest OFSTED regulations and best practices.
  • Highlight your leadership skills and experience in your application.
  • Be prepared to talk about how you'd improve the home's rating and make it even better.
  • Think about how you'd handle a difficult situation, and be ready to explain your approach.
  • Get some practice answering questions about leadership and decision-making.

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Job description

Job Title: Children’s Home Manager (Registered Manager) Location: Loughborough, United Kingdom Salary: Up to £60,000 bonuses

£7,500 starting bonus (DOE) Job Description: Are you an experienced Children’s Home Manager ready to lead a service that’s currently rated Good by OFSTED? This Children’s Home Manager role in Loughborough is ideal for Deputy Managers looking for the next step, or Registered Managers seeking a forward-thinking organisation. As a Children’s Home Manager in Loughborough, y…

How to apply

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Provenance

Source

Adzuna

First seen

12 August 2026

Last checked

29 August 2026

Salary, closing date and description are taken from the employer's advert. The original advert always takes precedence.

About the employer

VR
Vetro Recruitment

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