Registered Children's Home Manager

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We are currently seeking a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our team as a Registered Manager at a Brand New Ofsted registered children's home.

As the Registered Manager, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the home and providing high-quality care and support to the young residents. You will lead and manage the staff team, ensuring that all policies and procedures are followed and that the home remains fully compliant with Ofsted regulations.

You will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of its operation to ensure the highest standards of care and support are provided to the children in our care. Your role will involve:

• Leading and managing a team of staff to create a positive and supportive environment for children and young people.

• Ensuring that the home operates in compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and quality standards.

• Developing and implementing care plans tailored to the individual needs of each child, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.

• Building positive relationships with children, their families, and external agencies to promote the well-being and development of the children in our care.

• Managing budgets and resources effectively to ensure the smooth running of the home.

Our client is an established residential provider who provides quality care to enable growth in the young people they work with. They work with children and young people who have experienced abusive, neglectful, and /or chaotic and traumatic situations, and who need specialised professional support in learning how to cope with the pressures and demands of day-to-day living before they can be expected to survive and thrive in a family-based placement.

Benefits

• Permanent, Full time Position – minimum of 37.5 hours per week

• Starting Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum (Including on-call allowance)

About You

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in childcare and have experience working in a similar setting. You should be passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people, and have a keen understanding of the challenges facing children in care. You should also be a strong communicator, able to build positive relationships with staff, residents, and 3rd parties.

• Level 5 in Leadership and Management or similar.

• Previous experience working in a managerial role within a children's residential setting, or as a Deputy Manager for an extended period of time.

• Strong understanding of child development, safeguarding procedures, and relevant legislation.

• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.

• Knowledge of the mental health needs of children and adolescents

• Knowledge of the Children Act & Children’s Homes Regulations

• A compassionate and empathetic approach to working with children and young people.

Personal Qualities (Essential)

1. Commitment to continued professional and personal development

2. Calm, approachable manner, adaptable and non-judgemental

3. Commitment to equal opportunities and valuing diversity

4. Able to demonstrate Resilience in challenging situations

5. Reliable, flexible and committed to high standards.

If you're looking for a new challenge and want to make a real difference in the lives of vulnerable young people, we want to hear from you! To apply, please submit your CV now.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £50,000.00-£55,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme

• Yearly bonus

Benefits:

• Casual dress

• Company pension

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Licence/Certification:

• Right to Work without restrictions (required)

• Driving Licence (preferred)

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