Operations Manager – Children’s Residential Services

Children's Education
Permanent
North West
Greater Manchester
£65,000 – £80,000
£60,000-£70,000
£70,000-£80,000
16-03-2026 04:35 PM
M1 4BT

Stephen James Consulting are working with a provider of children’s residential services in the search for an Operations Manager to oversee a portfolio of residential homes across the North West.

This role will provide operational leadership and support to Registered Managers, ensuring homes deliver high-quality care while maintaining strong safeguarding practices and regulatory compliance.

The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting service performance, developing leadership teams and ensuring homes achieve positive outcomes for young people.

Key Responsibilities

  • Providing operational oversight across a portfolio of residential homes

  • Supporting Registered Managers with service performance and development

  • Monitoring safeguarding, compliance and quality standards

  • Supporting services through Ofsted inspections and regulatory processes

  • Driving improvements in care standards and service outcomes

  • Building strong relationships with local authorities and external partners

To be considered for this role, you will need

  • Significant experience within children’s residential services

  • Previous experience as a Registered Manager, Operations Manager or senior leader

  • Strong knowledge of Ofsted and Children’s Homes Regulations 2015

  • Proven leadership experience managing multiple services

The role offers a salary of £65,000 – £80,000 plus a performance bonus, depending on experience.

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