Children home manager

Location: Darlington

Contract: Permanent

Salary: £49,000 - £57,200 (based on experience and qualifications)

Closing Date: Tuesday, 8 April 2025

Tasks

• Lead, inspire, and manage a Multi-Building Children's Home, ensuring outstanding care for children who stay with us for around four months.
• Work hand-in-hand with our Operations Manager, Assistant Manager, and wider team to deliver on our mission of stability, safety, health, and independence.

Requirements

Minimum 12 months' experience managing a Residential Children's Home.

Comprehensive knowledge of SCCIF, Children's Home Regulations, and Quality Standards.

Ideally, a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management.

Must provide visa and passport copy (if not an EU or British citizen).

Must provide share code for Right to Work (if applicable).

DBS check required.

No sponsorship provided.

Benefits

• Salary: Up to £57,200 (discussed based on experience and qualifications).
• Annual Leave: 33 days, with extra days for continuous service at 2 and 5 years.
• Flexibility: 40-hour workweek (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm) with the occasional need for flexibility.
• Health & Wellbeing: Private Medical Insurance, Medicash plan, 24/7 GP access, cashback on optical/dental treatments, and gym discounts.
• Recognition & Rewards: Bonuses for referrals (£1,000 per successful referral) and monthly Wilderness Heroes awards.
• Financial Security: Pension contributions and life assurance (2x salary).