Operations Manager Children's Residential Services

Kisimul Group Limited; Gainsborough CP; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's care provider in Lincolnshire seeks an Operations Manager for its residential services. This role demands a strong leader with a Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care, responsible for overseeing multiple homes to ensure compliance with high care standards. Candidates should possess significant management experience, a passion for nurturing environments, and an ability to inspire teams. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute meaningfully to children's care and make a real impact.

Benefits

Fantastic Refer a Friend Scheme

Blue Light Card discounts

Life Assurance

Fully funded DBS checks

Fully funded qualifications

Clear career pathways

Pension Scheme

Reward gateway

Qualifications

• Management experience in multi-site environments essential.
• Understanding of Children Act 1989 and Quality Standards required.
• Ability to inspire and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and lead residential homes, ensuring high quality and compliance.
• Drive improvement and cultural excellence within the organization.
• Mentor and support Registered Managers in their roles.

Skills

Leadership

Management in multi-site settings

Working with special needs

Creativity

Ambition

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care

Job description

Operations Manager – Children's Residential Services

Lincolnshire | Full-time | Competitive Salary + Benefits

Are you a passionate leader with a background in children’s residential care? Are you ready to take the next step in your career with an organisation that genuinely puts children first?

We’re on the lookout for an exceptional Operations Manager to lead a growing cluster of children’s residential homes in the Lincolnshire area. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of children’s care within a forward-thinking and values-driven organisation.

Who are we?

At Kisimul Group, we’re proud to be one of the UK’s leading providers of education and support for children and adults with autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs.

Our homes and schools are more than just services – they’re nurturing environments where young people can truly thrive. As an independent organisation, we have the freedom to focus solely on delivering exceptional care, and we do that through our resilient, compassionate, and dedicated teams.

What will you be doing?

As an Operations Manager, you’ll be at the heart of our children’s services – driving quality, compliance, and innovation across your area. You’ll:

• Oversee and lead 5 residential homes (with more to come)
• Ensure services meet and exceed regulatory standards
• Coach, support and guide Registered Managers to deliver outstanding care
• Drive improvement, innovation and cultural excellence
• Contribute to strategic planning and the growth of our services
• Champion our core values and inspire your teams to do the same

This is a key role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, values-led environment and who is ready to bring vision and leadership to a growing part of our organisation.

About You

What do you need to bring?

We're looking for someone who combines experience with a values-driven mindset. You’ll need:

• Level 5 Diploma in Health & Social Care (or equivalent qualification in child/adult care/support)
• Significant management/supervisory experience in multi-site settings
• Experience working effectively with people with learning disabilities and/or special needs
• A solid understanding of the Children Act 1989, Quality Standards, statutory regulations, and how they apply in practice – including inspection frameworks
• Confidence in applying relevant legislation and guidance to ensure quality and compliance

And personally? We’re looking for someone who brings...

• Ambition – not just for yourself, but for your team and the young people we support
• Creativity – you’re not afraid to challenge the norm and try new approaches
• Passion – we want you to truly love what you do and inspire others to do the same

Why Kisimul?

Be part of a respected, high-quality provider with real impact

Join a growing service with room for innovation and leadership

Receive ongoing professional development and career progression

Work in an organisation where children come first – always

If you're ready to make a difference in young lives and lead with purpose, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to be part of something truly special.

About Kisimul Group

In return for your hard work and dedication here are just a few of the fantastic benefits Kisimul offers:

• Fantastic Refer a Friend Scheme
• Blue Light Card offering discounts in over 15,000 stores and restaurants
• Life Assurance
• Fully funded DBS checks
• Fully funded qualifications
• Clear career pathways for development in your chosen area
• Pension Scheme
• The Village reward gateway - give and receive thanks and rewards

If you would be interested in supporting our young people to live a life that has both motivation and meaning, please contact us.

What you can expect from us:

• A bespoke training package in the delivery of therapeutically informed care and education, this will include training from our highly skilled therapeutic teams
• Ongoing continued professional development through clear pathways for progression
• To be part of a dedicated multidisciplinary team, with opportunities to learn from your colleagues, working together to enhance young people’s lives.
• Support from Service Development Practitioners who provide in service training, coaching and mentoring.
• Opportunity to work in a specialist environment, with access to great facilities such as an onsite pool, gym and playground.