Children's Home Registered Manager

Able Health Care; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Able Health Care is hiring a Registered Manager for their 6-bedded children's home in Ipswich, caring for children with emotional and behavioral difficulties. This role involves leading a care team, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing operational aspects of the home. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, experience in children's services, and a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

Company pension

Employee Assistance Program

Enhanced Annual Leave

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in a residential children's home setting.
• Good understanding of legislation for children's home management.
• Experience managing Ofsted compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead the care team in delivering high-quality care.
• Ensure compliance with Children's Homes Regulations.
• Manage staffing, occupancy levels, and quality improvements.

Skills

Leadership

People Management

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management

Job description

Able Health Care are seeking and inspiring Registered Manager to lead our care team at our Children's Home in Ipswich .

Our Home is a 6 bedded home caring for children aged 12-17 years of with emotional and behavioural difficulties.

At Able Healthcare as we grow so do the opportunities for development and career progression for our staff. We are looking for people who share our values and high standards that are looking to develop professionally within a growing organisation.

Salary GBP42,000 - GBP50,000 dependant on experience +Bonus scheme.

As a Registered manager you will be responsible for the operational management of the home. Leading the care team to deliver high-quality care to the children within the home.

You will be able to demonstrate strong leadership of staff providing best outcomes for children. You will contribute to the development of plans and strategies for children's services both locally and countywide, working corporately with other departments and agencies. Be compliant with Children's Homes Regulations including the quality standards, 2015 to ensure Home is Ofsted compliant. Ensuring the home is adhering to all organisational policies and procedures. Act as the designated Safeguarding Lead within the home and part of the wider Safeguarding management team within the organisation.

As a growing Healthcare company, you will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team and report directly to the Operations Manager to ensure the effective running of home. You will be responsible for maintaining high occupancy levels, leading on recruitment and retention planning for the staff team and the quality improvement plans for the home. Using analytical processes to review the effectiveness and quality of care to drive improvements and developments within the home and wider service.

You will be key in providing leadership and coaching in childcare practice within the home to ensure the best outcomes for children and young people, mentoring and supporting the Deputy Manager, Senior Residential Support Workers and Residential Support Workers in the provision of the best possible Childcare practices. Leading on the Stewardship of Able Health Care's underpinning philosophy and practice framework, ensuring that care standards are never compromised and that all of Able Health Care policies and procedures are implemented appropriately.

Here at Able Health Care we have a diverse and passionate team of staff working to provide the best care and outcomes for children. Managing our home requires a manager who is friendly and approachable whilst being driven and organised. Ideally we are looking for candidates who are experienced Registered Managers who have a proven track record in delivering good outcomes for children, or experienced Deputy Managers looking for the next step in their career.

The ideal applicant will:
Hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management, Health and Social Care, Children and young people services. (or be working towards the qualification)
Have 2 or more years' experience working within a residential children's home setting in a supervisory role.
Have a good working knowledge and understanding of legislation that underpins the running of a children's home.
Have experience in managing Ofsted compliance leading on inspections.
Understand effective budget management.
Work as part of an On-call System.
Have Excellent People Management skills, Developing positive working relationships with both internal and external professionals.
Be capable of managing information, evaluating, monitoring and reporting.
Be self-motivated and organised.

Benefits :

Salary from GBP42,000- GBP50,000 Depending on experience.

Annual bonus scheme.

Permanent 40 Hours per week contract.

Monday- Friday 9-5

Employee Assistance Program

Company Pension Scheme

Enhanced Annual Leave.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: GBP42,000.00-GBP50,000.00 per year

Additional pay:
Bonus scheme
Benefits:
Company pension
Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:
Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:
Ipswich IP1 2NY: reliably commute or be willing to relocate with an employer-provided relocation package (required)

Licence/Certification:
Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 30/06/2025