Operations Manager - Childrens Residential (Penrith)

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Salary Description

Very Attractive Pay

Contract Type

Permanent

Contracted Hours

5 - 80 / per week - Full-Time

Location

Penrith

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Role: Operations Manager - Childrens Residential

Contract: Permanent

Salary: Up to £68,120 per annum, depending upon experience and qualifications

Location: Penrith

Note: No sponsorship for this job.

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?

A Rewarding Package:

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.
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.
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.

Please Apply below or call us on 0121 270 8878. Between 09:00-17:00 Monday to Friday

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