Registered Manager – Children’s Residential Home (Ages 8–17)
Location: Huddersfield
Salary: £50,000 – £55,000 + Performance Bonus
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent
About JFO Care Group -Children Services
At JFO Care Group Children Services, we are committed to transforming the lives of children and young people through high-quality, therapeutic residential care.
Our mission is to provide safe, stable, and nurturing environments where young people aged 8–17 can recover from trauma, build resilience, and achieve their full potential. We are proud to deliver care that is child-centred, values-driven, and aligned with Ofsted best practice.
Our Values
We are proud of our culture and expect our leaders to embody our core values:
- Child First: Every decision is in the best interest of the child
- Respect & Inclusion: Valuing diversity and promoting equality
- Integrity: Acting with honesty, transparency, and accountability
- Compassion: Providing consistent, trauma-informed care
- Excellence: Striving for continuous improvement and outstanding outcomes
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Registered Manager to lead our children’s home in Huddersfield, supporting young people aged 8–17 years with emotional and behavioural needs.
You will have full responsibility for the operation of the home, leading the team, ensuring compliance, and delivering high-quality care that improves outcomes for young people.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the children’s home
- Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations and Children’s Homes Regulations 2015
- Deliver a trauma-informed, child-centred approach to care
- Supervise, mentor, and performance manage staff, including regular supervisions and appraisals
- Build a stable, motivated, and high-performing team
- Ensure safeguarding and risk management practices are robust
- Manage budgets, staffing levels, and rotas effectively
- Develop strong relationships with local authorities, families, and external professionals
- Drive improvement to achieve and maintain Good or Outstanding Ofsted ratings
About You
You are a confident and inspiring leader who brings:
- Proven experience in staff supervision and team development
- Strong knowledge of children’s residential care and safeguarding
- A resilient, organised, and proactive approach
- A genuine passion for improving outcomes for vulnerable young people
- The ability to lead by example and create a positive team culture
Essential Requirements
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete within timescales)
- Minimum 2–3 years’ experience in a management role within children’s residential care
- Demonstrated experience of supervising and developing staff teams
- Strong understanding of Ofsted frameworks and safeguarding legislation
- Full UK driving licence
What We Offer
- ✅ Competitive salary (£50,000 – £60,000) + performance bonus
· ✅ Monthly retainer during the Ofsted registration process (£800 - £1,000)
- ✅ Welcome bonus (£2,000) (subject to terms)
- ✅ 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
- ✅ Funded training & qualifications (including Level 5 if required)
- ✅ Clear career progression opportunities
- ✅ Company pension scheme
- ✅ Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 wellbeing support
- ✅ Paid DBS and onboarding costs
- ✅ Staff recognition and reward schemes
- ✅ Supportive senior leadership team and ongoing guidance
Safeguarding Commitment
JFO Care Group Children Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All roles are subject to:
- Enhanced DBS check
- Satisfactory references
- Safer recruitment procedures
Pay: £50,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
