Children&Rsquo;S Care Home Manager

Mayfield Recruitment Services Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Children's Care Home Manager for a temporary role in Chesterfield. You will oversee day-to-day operations, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide support for children with additional needs. Ideal candidates will have 5+ years in social care, a Level 5 qualification, and strong leadership skills. Driving license preferred. Competitive salary of £40k depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in Children in Social Care.
• Strong background in senior care management is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of mediation administration protocols and care plan development.

Responsibilities

• Manage the residential home ensuring compliance with legislation.
• Support children with moderate physical disabilities.
• Maintain accurate records for auditing purposes.

Skills

Children in Social Care experience

Strong leadership abilities

Knowledge of medication administration

Compassionate caregiving

Education

QCF Level 5 in Health and Social Care

BSL

Job description

Overview

Position: Children's Care Home Manager

Location: Chesterfield

Salary: £40k DOE

Role: Temporary until August 31st

Responsibilities

• Managing the residential home on a day to day basis, ensuring it is compliant in meeting all relevant legislative and contractual
• To have experience of working with Ofsted and their requirements
• Ensure the protection and safeguard the wellbeing of the young people
• Interpreting and implementing changes in legislation relating to occupancy
• Supporting children and young people with moderate physical disabilities and additional complex needs
• Identifying resourcing needs and the ongoing selection, training and development of staff
• Building and creating mutual trust and respect with young people in order that they respond and react appropriately to information and advice
• Providing care and support to the children and young people to encompass all physical psychological, emotional, spiritual and social needs of children and young people
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to coordinate resident care, including medication administration and treatment plans
• Maintain accurate records of resident care and staff performance for auditing purposes

Qualifications / Skills

• Minimum 5 years experience in Children in Social Care
• QCF Level 5 in Health and Social Care and Young People’s Residential Management
• BSL
• Strong background in senior care management is highly desirable
• Awareness of multi-sensory and complex needs
• Excellent leadership abilities with prior supervising experience in a healthcare environment
• Knowledge of medication administration protocols and care plan development
• A compassionate approach to caregiving with a commitment to enhancing residents\' quality of life
• A full UK Driving License is preferred to support with school runs and activities