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Operations Manager – Children's Residential Services
Location: Birmingham and surrounding areas | Salary: Circa £80,000 (Negotiable DOE)

We are proud to be partnering with a highly respected and values-driven children’s residential care provider to recruit for a pivotal Operations Manager role. This organisation currently operates three homes – all rated either Outstanding or Good by Ofsted – and is preparing to open its fourth. Built on the simple but powerful vision of delivering the very best care to the most vulnerable children, they are now looking for an experienced leader to join them on their continued journey of growth and excellence.

About the Role:
This is a senior operational position, responsible for overseeing the performance of multiple homes, supporting Registered Managers, and ensuring the highest standards of care and compliance are upheld. The successful candidate will also lead on the development and launch of new services as the organisation expands.

Key Responsibilities Include:

* Supporting and managing Registered Managers across the group

* Driving quality, safeguarding, and Ofsted compliance

* Leading the development and opening of new homes

* Monitoring performance, identifying areas for improvement, and ensuring accountability

* Balancing a strong values-led approach with commercial awareness and efficiency

* Promoting a culture of excellence, care, and high expectations

Candidate Profile:
We’re looking for someone with:

* Substantial senior-level experience within children’s residential care

* A strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, particularly Ofsted and safeguarding

* A commercially astute mindset and experience driving operational performance

* The ability to lead, challenge, and support a team in equal measure

* A genuine passion for improving the lives of children and young people

What’s on Offer:

* A salary in the region of £80,000, negotiable depending on experience

* The opportunity to join a growing organisation with a strong reputation for quality

* The chance to shape services and have a lasting impact on children’s care

* A senior leadership role within a supportive, values-focused culture

If you're an experienced operations professional who shares this provider’s commitment to delivering exceptional care and would like to find out more, we’d love to speak with you