An exciting opportunity has arisen for aChildren's Home Registered Manager to join a reputable therapeutic residential care provider. This full-time role offers excellent benefits and a starting salary of £50,000.
As a Children's HomeRegistered Manager, you will oversee all operational aspects of a five bed children's residential home, ensuring a safe and nurturing environment for both the young people in care and the staff.
You Will Be Responsible For:
- Leading the development and management of quality therapeutic services tailored to meet the needs of young people.
- Ensuring the home meets or exceeds Children's Home Regulations and relevant legislative standards.
- Cultivating positive relationships with young people, families, and external agencies through an empathetic, collaborative approach.
- Providing dynamic leadership and promoting team cohesion, especially in handling the impacts of trauma on staff and residents.
- Leading reflective practices to support a therapeutic work environment and ensure all practices align with the organisation's Statement of Purpose.
- Managing staff schedules, balancing the needs of the children with team members' work-life balance, and participating in the out-of-hours rota when needed.
- Ensuring all Health and Safety standards, including fire, medication, and general home maintenance, are strictly adhered to.
- Managing finance, budgeting, and record-keeping in line with organisational policies.
- Promoting and implementing trauma-informed and attachment-based care principles within all policies and procedures.
What We Are Looking For:
- Previously worked as a Registered manager,Home Manager, Care Manager or in a similar role.
- At least 2 years' experience in Residential Children's Social Care, preferably as a deputy or senior staff member.
- Must have 1 year of experience in a supervisory or management role.
- Understanding of Trauma-Informed Care and therapeutic approaches, with a knowledge of PACE or willingness to learn.
- Confident leadership abilities, strong communication skills, and a nurturing approach.
- Level 3 NVQ diploma in Residential Childcare/Health and Social Care (or equivalent), or willingness to achieve this qualification if holding a Level 5 diploma.
- Ability to pass an Ofsted Fit Person Interview.
- Familiarity with Children's Home Regulations and legislation related to managing a registered children's home.
- Clear DBS and positive references from all previous employers within children or vulnerable adult sectors.
- UK Driving Licence.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary
- 35 days of annual leave, including bank holidays
- Company-provided laptop, mobile phone, and some remote working options
- A robust wellness programme with special wellbeing activities
- Comprehensive trauma-informed training and development opportunities
- Senior management support, including 1:1 mentoring
Apply today to take on a meaningful role where you can make a real difference in the lives of young people and foster a supportive, therapeutic environment.
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