Children's Home Manager: Lead Care & Compliance

Children's Home Recruitment Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care expert in East Midlands is seeking a Registered Children's Home Manager responsible for the overall management and welfare of the children's home. The role includes leading staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and safeguarding children. Candidates should possess strong leadership and communication skills, a deep understanding of child development, and excellent organisational abilities. This position requires overseeing daily operations and promoting high standards of care. Competitive compensation package is available.

Qualifications

• Strong ability to motivate, inspire, and communicate effectively with staff, children, and external stakeholders.
• A deep understanding of child development and safeguarding principles is crucial.
• The ability to adapt to changing situations and effectively solve problems to meet the unique needs of each child.
• Excellent organisational skills to manage the complex operations of a children's home.

Responsibilities

• Lead, inspire, and manage the staff team, providing ongoing training and support.
• Maintain the home's compliance with regulatory standards, including Ofsted.
• Protect the physical, emotional, psychological, and social development of all children.
• Oversee the day-to-day running of the home, including strategic decision-making.
• Work with and build strong relationships with agencies like local authorities.
• Identify staffing needs and manage resources effectively.
• Foster a culture that emphasises high-quality care.
• Implement quality assurance processes to achieve good ratings.

Skills

Leadership & Communication

Child Development & Safeguarding

Adaptability & Problem-Solving

Organisational Skills

Job description

A children's residential care expert in East Midlands is seeking a Registered Children's Home Manager responsible for the overall management and welfare of the children's home. The role includes leading staff, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and safeguarding children. Candidates should possess strong leadership and communication skills, a deep understanding of child development, and excellent organisational abilities. This position requires overseeing daily operations and promoting high standards of care. Competitive compensation package is available.