Overview
We are an established care provider with extensive experience in delivering high-quality support services to vulnerable individuals. We are now expanding into children's residential care and are seeking an experienced, passionate and ambitious Registered Manager to lead the registration, development and operation of a new Ofsted-regulated Children's Home.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced manager who wishes to play a key role in establishing a new service from inception and shaping a culture of excellence, safety and positive outcomes for children and young people.
Duties
The Registered Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing all operational systems required for the effective management of the home. This includes recruitment, staff supervision, safeguarding systems, quality assurance processes, risk management, care planning and regulatory compliance.
The postholder will lead the Ofsted registration process and maintain full compliance with all statutory requirements.
The Registered Manager will ensure children receive individualised, trauma-informed care that promotes their welfare, development, education, health and independence.
The successful candidate will recruit, lead, develop and motivate a skilled residential childcare team, ensuring all staff receive regular supervision, appraisal and training.
The postholder will maintain positive working relationships with local authorities, social workers, education providers, healthcare professionals, families and other stakeholders.
The Registered Manager will oversee safeguarding investigations, complaints, incidents and serious events, ensuring all notifications are submitted appropriately and within required timescales.
The role includes responsibility for occupancy management, financial performance, staffing budgets and resource allocation.
The Registered Manager will ensure that all records are maintained to a high standard and that the home continuously improves through effective quality assurance and service development.
Safeguarding Responsibilities
The Registered Manager is responsible for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people.
They must ensure all safeguarding concerns are managed appropriately, reported promptly and investigated thoroughly in accordance with statutory guidance and organisational procedures.
The postholder must demonstrate a strong understanding of:
- Working Together to Safeguard Children
- Keeping Children Safe
- Children's Homes Regulations 2015
- Children's Home Quality Standards
- Safer Recruitment Requirements
- Local Safeguarding Procedures
Essential Qualifications
Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
OR
Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare with commitment and ability to complete Level 5 within required timescales.
Essential Experience
Minimum two years' management experience within a Children's Residential Home within the last five years.
Experience of safeguarding children and managing complex behaviours.
Experience of staff supervision, recruitment and performance management.
Experience of working with Ofsted regulations and inspections.
Experience of developing care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies.
Experience of managing budgets and resources.
Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care practices.
Essential Skills and Knowledge
Excellent leadership and people management skills.
Exceptional safeguarding knowledge.
Strong understanding of child development and attachment theory.
Excellent report writing and communication skills.
Ability to develop positive relationships with professionals and families.
Strong organisational and time management skills.
Ability to lead a service through Ofsted inspection.
Commitment to achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.
Desirable
Experience opening or registering a new Children's Home.
Experience supporting children with emotional and behavioural difficulties.
Experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
Knowledge of therapeutic approaches.
Benefits Package
Competitive salary.
Annual salary review.
28 days annual leave including bank holidays.
Comprehensive induction programme.
Ongoing professional development.
Pension scheme.
Career progression opportunities.
Supportive senior management team.
Opportunity to lead and shape a new service from inception.
Recruitment Process
Application Review
Formal Interview
Safeguarding and Values-Based Interview
Enhanced DBS Check
Reference Checks
Qualification Verification
Ofsted Suitability Assessment
Equal Opportunities
We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity.
Safeguarding Statement
This position involves regulated activity with children and is subject to enhanced DBS disclosure, satisfactory references and all relevant safer recruitment checks.
Pay: £38,307.87-£62,683.86 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
