Children's Home Manager

Purosearch Ltd; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider is seeking a Registered Manager to oversee a 5-bed home in Newmarket. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of relevant experience, including 1 year in a supervisory role. Responsibilities include developing care plans, managing staff, and ensuring high-quality standards in care. The role offers an entry salary of up to £50,000 plus bonuses, with continuous personal development opportunities.

Benefits

£5,000 annual quality and commercial bonus

Participation in a Management Incentive Plan

Comprehensive induction

Management Development Training Programme

Employee Assistance Service

Wellbeing Programme

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years relevant experience in residential care of children.
• At least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years.
• Confident in effective spoken and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive care plans for each young person.
• Recruit and develop a strong team to provide consistent care.
• Monitor high-quality care standards in line with regulatory requirements.
• Handle complaints and address child protection concerns.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to promote the welfare of young people.

Skills

Planning

Organising

Budget Control

Team Leadership

Effective Communication

Understanding Trauma

Education

Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care

Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (preferred)

Job description

About Us

We are dedicated to providing exceptional care and support to children’s residential homes across the UK, working collectively to ensure every child has an extraordinary day, every day.

What We Offer

• Entry salary up to £50,000 per annum DOE
• £5,000 annual quality and commercial bonus
• Participation in a Management Incentive Plan to share in the long-term success of the organisation
• Comprehensive induction to set you up for success
• Management Development Training Programme and continuous development through our in-house Leadership Academy, offering the time and psychological space to explore leadership expectations, focus on behavioural skills, and develop knowledge in leadership and management
• Additional benefits including:
  • Employee Assistance Service
  • Wellbeing Programme
  • Recommend a Friend scheme
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Team Rewards with discounted restaurants and family days out
  • Long Service Awards
  • Pension scheme and competitive pay

As a Registered Manager, our expectation is that your home will be rated at least “Good” by Ofsted.

This 5-bed Children’s Home will require you to:

• Develop Comprehensive Care Plans: Ensure each young person has a tailored plan that addresses their care, education, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic, and health needs.
• Develop a Great Team: With recruitment support, bring the right people into your home. Complete company inductions and personal development plans, retaining a strong team to provide consistent care.
• Foster Consultation: Create systems to consult young people about the care they receive.
• Allocate Key Workers: Assign a Key Worker to each young person to implement their care plan.
• Maintain High Standards: Establish and monitor high-quality care standards in line with the quality standards and the home’s Statement of Purpose.
• Handle Complaints and Concerns: Take responsibility for addressing any complaints or child protection concerns.
• Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work in partnership with parents, carers, and other professionals to promote the welfare of young people.
• Participate in Meetings: Attend and contribute to care planning and review meetings as appropriate.
• Embrace a Safe Culture: Ensure the children in your service are cared for to the highest possible standard.
• Ensure Effective Commercial Management: Manage your home in line with budget expectations.

Essential Requirements and Experience

• Passionate about making a difference to the lives of young people in care
• Relevant Experience: At least 2 years in a role related to residential care of children, with at least 1 year in a supervisory role within the last 5 years
• Qualifications: Level 3 in Children’s Residential Care is essential. Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare is preferred at the point of application; if not held, enrolment on the Level 5 must take place within 6 months of starting the post
• Knowledge: Understanding of The Quality Standards, SCCIF, childcare legislation, and regulatory requirements
• Skills: Proficient in planning, organising, budget control, resource allocation, and team leadership
• Communication: Confident in effective spoken and written communication
• Understanding Trauma: Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional, and social difficulties, including managing challenging behaviour
• Driving Licence: Full UK licence required