Children's Home Manager (4-Bed) - Lead Care Team

Dove Adolescent Services; Blaxton; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holidays

Outstanding Ofsted bonus

Full occupancy bonus

On-call payments

Sleep-in duties

Office duties

Petrol allowance

Pension scheme

Job summary

Dove Adolescent Services Limited is seeking a Registered Manager for a newly opened 4-bed children's home in Doncaster. You will lead a care team, ensure high-quality care and maintain compliance with safeguarding and Ofsted standards.

The role requires a Diploma level 5 or equivalent (or willingness to work towards it) and strong leadership, budgeting andHR skills. It involves 39 hours per week with on-call sleep-in duties and a competitive package.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership of a care team in a children's setting.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.
• Knowledge of regulations and Ofsted requirements for children's homes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure high-quality care in the home.
• Lead care workers and supervise staff through induction and appraisals.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, safeguarding, health and safety, and organisational policies.
• Oversee admissions and discharges to the home and maintain records.

Skills

Team leadership

Safeguarding knowledge

Child protection

Education

Diploma level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Dove Adolescent Services Limited is seeking a Registered Manager for a newly opened 4-bed children's home in Doncaster. You will lead a care team, ensure high-quality care and maintain compliance with safeguarding and Ofsted standards.

The role requires a Diploma level 5 or equivalent (or willingness to work towards it) and strong leadership, budgeting andHR skills. It involves 39 hours per week with on-call sleep-in duties and a competitive package.