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Operations Manager - Childrens Residential

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£1,000 monthly

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Job Description - Operations Manager - Childrens Residential

What You’ll Do:

  • Inspire Leadership: Mentor and support your team of Registered Managers, driving exceptional care and positive outcomes for children.
  • Deliver Excellence: Ensure outstanding care is consistently provided while meeting financial and operational goals.
  • Collaborate: Work directly with our Commissioning and Placements Partners and external agencies to tailor care to each child’s needs.
  • Empower Teams: Promote our Mission, Vision and Values, coaching managers to achieve their best while maintaining a child -first focus.
  • Drive Performance: Use data to monitor and report on service success, identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.

Why Join Us?

  • Salary: Up to £68,120 (discussed based on experience and qualifications).
  • Annual Leave: 35 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).
  • Discounts: High street savings, leisure perks, and tailored local discounts.

A Culture of Growth:

  • Opportunities to develop through coaching, industry -recognised qualifications, and career progression pathways.
  • Be part of an innovative organisation, leading in therapeutic and assessment -based residential care.
  • A workplace driven by Collaboration, Adaptability, Respect, and Empathy—where your voice matters.

What We’re looking for:

  • Experience: At least 6 years working with children with challenging behaviours in residential settings, and 4 years in leadership.
  • Qualifications: Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children & Young People’s Services.
  • Regulatory Expertise: Strong knowledge of Ofsted, safeguarding, and child protection legislation.
  • Operational Excellence: Proven ability to manage budgets, implement policies, and meet organisational goals.
  • Leadership Skills: A collaborative, inspiring approach to coaching and mentoring your team.
  • Commitment to Children: Passionate about making a difference, with a child -focused, problem -solving mindset.
  • Flexibility & Mobility: A full UK driving licence and the ability to travel across our services.


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