Children's Home Manager

Charles Hunter Associates; London; On-site; GBP 53,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable social enterprise in London is seeking a Children's Home Manager for a brand new 4-bed home in Camden. This role requires overseeing high-quality care, building a new team, and ensuring compliance with Ofsted standards. The ideal candidate should have significant experience in children's homes and a QCF Level 5 qualification. The position offers a competitive salary of £53,000 with a potential OTE of £63,000.

Benefits

£3,000 Car Allowance

Potential bonuses

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience as an Ofsted Registered Manager or extensive Deputy Manager experience.
• Strong knowledge of children's social care legislation and Ofsted requirements.
• Positive personality focused on child-led practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a new team to ensure high standards of care.
• Establish a positive culture and oversee operational delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Team Development

Safeguarding

Compliance Knowledge

Child-Centric Approach

Education

QCF Level 5 Leadership and Management

Job description

Overview

Children's Home Manager role for an Ofsted registered home in Camden. A permanent full-time position with a social enterprise that reinvests profits back into its homes. The successful candidate will be the brand new Registered Manager for a newly established 4-bed home, with the opportunity to build a new team and culture and provide the very best in support to young people with difficult beginnings.

The home is a brand new 4-bed residence in Camden where you can shape the service and lead the delivery of high-quality care for young people.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop a new team; establish a positive home culture; ensure high standards of care and safeguarding; oversee operational delivery for the Ofsted registered home; drive continuous improvement and compliance; provide strong leadership to ensure the best outcomes for young people.

Salary and Benefits

Permanent full-time role with a base salary of £53,000, a £3,000 Car Allowance, and potential bonuses with an OTE of £63,000.

Qualifications

• Previous Ofsted Registered Manager experience or extensive Deputy Manager experience (min 3 years) in a children's home
• QCF Level 5 Leadership and Management
• Strong knowledge of children's social care legislation, Ofsted, safeguarding
• Positive personality who is child-led in practice

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