Children’s Residential Homes Manager
If you are ready to make a real difference in your people’s lives then join Opus Care Group.
The role
Children’s Residential Homes Manager – Children’s Residential Home
Children’s Registered Home Manager
Location: Liverpool
Salary: £50,000
Hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm
💰 Welcome Bonus: £5,000 (paid upon completion of probation and Ofsted registration)
🏡 Occupancy Bonus: Up to £5,000 per year (paid monthly, based on occupancy and quality outcomes)
🎉 Loyalty Reward: £5,000 after 3 years of continuous service
Lead with Purpose – Build a Home That Changes Lives
At Opus Care Group, we believe exceptional care starts with exceptional leadership.
We’re seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Home Manager to lead one of our children’s residential homes in Liverpool.
You’ll be responsible for delivering safe, high-quality, and therapeutic care to young people aged 8–17 with complex needs, including Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties (EBD). Working closely with your team, you’ll create a nurturing, stable environment where every young person feels valued, supported, and encouraged to thrive.
Location
Liverpool
Job Type
Full Time
Salary
£50,000 per year
Requirements and benefits
Requirements
We’re looking for a leader who is:
Passionate about improving the lives of children and young people
Experienced in residential childcare (minimum of 2 years in a managerial role)
Skilled in safeguarding, compliance, and Ofsted standards
Confident in managing teams, budgets, and regulatory processes
Committed to trauma-informed, person-centred care
Essential:
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
Strong understanding of the Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards
Full UK driving licence
Benefits
Competitive salary £50,000 plus extras
£5,000 welcome bonus upon successful registration
Monthly occupancy and quality performance bonuses
£5,000 loyalty reward after 3 years’ service
Comprehensive induction, training, and professional development
Ongoing leadership coaching and Ofsted preparation support
Clear progression routes within a growing organisation
Supportive, values-led senior management team
Join Opus Care Group and lead a home where children are given the opportunity to heal, grow, and achieve their potential — all within an organisation that truly values its leaders.
Pension
Employee Development
Flexible working