Senior Home Manager – Supported Leadership in EBD Care
Birmingham | Up to £60,000 + £5,000 Bonus + Incentives
Specialist EBD service in Birmingham – part of a wider, well-resourced care group.
Introduction:
If you're looking to lead with purpose, backed by a team that genuinely values your wellbeing and development, this could be the next step. This is a long-established provider with strong infrastructure, investing heavily in leadership training and retention. As Senior Home Manager, you won’t be expected to carry everything alone – you’ll be supported to build a resilient team around you and lead from a place of confidence.
About the Role:
• Lead a children’s home specialising in EBD placements, maintaining high care and safeguarding standards
• Develop individual care plans that reflect each child’s unique needs and strengths
• Recruit, induct and retain a strong staff team with support from central functions
• Embed a culture of consultation, key working and consistent relationships
• Manage the home’s quality, budgeting and performance – with clear organisational backing
• Work in partnership with families, professionals and agencies to create safe, stable placements
What Makes This Opportunity Different:
• Structured leadership development through an in-house Leadership Academy
• Clear quality expectations, with a target of Good or above at inspection
• Bonus incentives based on quality, not just occupancy
• Opportunities for long-term progression – including into regional roles
• Culture of collaboration, not isolation
About You:
Experience & Qualifications:
• Level 3 Residential Childcare (essential)
• Level 5 Leadership and Management (preferred or willing to enrol within 6 months)
• At least 2 years’ residential experience, with 1 year+ in a supervisory role
• Confident understanding of the Quality Standards and SCCIF framework
Personal Qualities:
• Calm, consistent and emotionally intelligent leadership style
• Reflective, child-focused and values-led
• Committed to staff development and shared responsibility
Why Join:
• Up to £60,000 salary DOE
• £5,000 annual bonus linked to quality and outcomes
• Long-term incentive plan for senior leaders
• Comprehensive induction and ongoing CPD
• Wellbeing support and staff rewards
How to Apply:
Contact us on 01257 824440 to discuss this opportunity further.