Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Manager to oversee the operations of our Childrens Homes. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in managing childrens homes whilst demonstrating exceptional leadership and management skills. As the Registered Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring high-quality care is provided to all our young persons whilst adhering to regulatory standards and best practices.
Job Title: Registered Manager – Children’s Home
Reports to: Responsible Individual / Directors
Location: Colchester, Essex
Salary: £60,000
Hours: Full-Time (40 hours per week), with some on-call duties.
Job Purpose:
The Registered Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of the children’s home, ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations (e.g., Ofsted standards, Children’s Home Regulations, and Quality Standards) and creating a safe, nurturing environment where children and young people can thrive. They will lead, manage, and inspire the support care team, working in partnership with external agencies and stakeholders to provide high-quality care and support.
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership and Management:
- Lead and manage a team of support workers to ensure the highest standards of care for children.
- Oversee staff recruitment, development, and performance, ensuring staff are appropriately trained and qualified.
- Ensure a positive team culture that aligns with the home’s values and ethos.
- Conduct regular supervision, appraisals, and team meetings.
- Regulatory Compliance:
- Ensure the home operates in compliance with Ofsted regulations, Children’s Home Regulations, and other relevant legal frameworks.
- Manage the registration process with Ofsted, maintaining high ratings in inspections.
- Ensure that all policies and procedures are up to date and adhered to.
- Maintain accurate and timely records, including safeguarding concerns, incident reports, and care plans.
- Care and Support:
- Ensure the emotional, physical, and developmental needs of children and young people are met through personalised care plans.
- Provide guidance and support to the care team in managing challenging behaviours, safeguarding concerns, and crisis situations.
- Work with children and young people to help them achieve positive outcomes in education, health, and personal development.
- Foster positive relationships with the children’s families, social workers, and other professionals involved in their care.
- Safeguarding:
- Take overall responsibility for safeguarding within the home, ensuring that safeguarding policies and procedures are implemented and followed.
- Be the designated safeguarding lead for the home, managing safeguarding concerns and reporting them to the appropriate authorities.
- Health and Safety:
- Ensure the home is a safe environment for children and staff, conducting regular risk assessments and implementing health and safety protocols.
- Manage any emergencies or crises within the home, ensuring staff and children are safe.
- Budgeting and Resource Management:
- Manage the home’s budget effectively, ensuring resources are used appropriately.
- Monitor and control expenditure, keeping within financial constraints.
- Partnership Working:
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with external agencies, including local authorities, healthcare providers, education professionals, and other stakeholders.
- Represent the home at professional meetings and reviews concerning the children.
- Monitoring and Reporting:
- Monitor the performance and quality of care provided in the home, identifying areas for improvement.
- Provide regular reports to senior management and external stakeholders, including Ofsted.
- Implement and oversee quality assurance systems within the home.
Essential Qualifications:
- Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent or working towards).
- Previous experience managing a children’s residential care setting.
- Proven track record of managing teams and delivering high-quality care.
- In-depth understanding of safeguarding, child development, and attachment theory.
Skills and Experience:
- Strong leadership, management, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and professionals.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, regulations, and standards (e.g., Ofsted, Children’s Home Regulations, Quality Standards).
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- Solid and demonstrable experience of managing children’s home with GOOD or OUTSTANDING rating
- Ability to work under pressure and handle crises effectively.
- Financial acumen, with experience managing budgets.
- Good working knowledge of care package systems ie Clearcare, Access Care Management etc
Personal Attributes:
- Passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable children.
- Patient, empathetic, and emotionally resilient.
- A proactive and solution-focused approach.
- Commitment to continuous professional development.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £60,000.00-£62,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Licence/Certification:
- Driving Licence (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Colchester CO4 3JF
