Children's Home Registered Manager

Vetro Recruitment; Taunton; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Vetro Recruitment is seeking an experienced Children’s Home Registered Manager to lead a residential home in Taunton, Somerset. You will ensure regulatory compliance, deliver high-quality care, and support young people to achieve positive outcomes.

The role requires NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management or equivalent, plus proven management experience in a children’s home. A Full UK Driving Licence and Enhanced DBS are mandatory.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management or equivalent is required.
• Proven experience managing a children’s residential home or similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, child protection procedures, and relevant regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operation of the children’s home ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Develop and support the home team to deliver a holistic, therapeutic approach to care.
• Safeguard and promote welfare of all young people in the home.
• Build partnerships with social services, health providers, and education teams to support youths’ needs.
• Oversee development and implementation of individual care plans and risk assessments.
• Ensure accurate recording of incidents and safeguarding concerns.
• Lead recruitment, supervision, and performance management of staff.
• Promote participation and ensure young people’s voices are heard in care decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management

Equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Children's Home Registered Manager

Location: Taunton, Somerset

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 per annum

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Children's Home Registered Manager to lead and manage a children's residential home in Taunton, Somerset. This pivotal role involves ensuring the home operates in compliance with legislative and regulatory standards, delivering high-quality care, and supporting young people to achieve positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the day-to-day operation of the children's home, ensuring compliance with Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and other relevant legislation.
• Managing and developing the home team to deliver a holistic, therapeutic approach to care.
• Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all young people in the home, ensuring their safety and well-being at all times.
• Building strong relationships with external agencies such as social services, health providers, and education teams to support young people's needs.
• Overseeing the development and implementation of individual care and support plans, including risk assessments and behaviour management strategies.
• Ensuring accurate and timely recording of incidents, safeguarding concerns, and daily activities using the clients reporting system.
• Leading staff recruitment, supervision, and performance management to maintain high standards of care.
• Promoting participation and ensuring young people's voices are heard and respected in all aspects of their care.

Requirements & Qualifications

• NVQ Level 5 in Leadership and Management or equivalent.
• Proven experience managing a children's residential home or similar setting.
• Strong knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations 2015, safeguarding, and child protection procedures.
• Mandatory compliance with Enhanced DBS Check and Full UK Driving Licence.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

Benefits & Work Environment

• Competitive salary with regular pay reviews.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive team environment committed to high standards of care.

Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.