Children's Home Manager: Lead Care & Team Excellence

Purosearch; 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

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.