Children's Reg Manager. Job in Nottingham Education & Training Jobs

Ainsworth Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Registered Manager to lead a small home in Nottingham dedicated to empowering young people. This role involves managing a team of care workers, ensuring the highest standards of care, and fostering a supportive environment. You will champion the rights of young individuals while meeting their diverse needs. If you are an experienced leader with a commitment to quality care and an understanding of relevant legislation, this is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing and leading a team in residential childcare.
• Thorough understanding of Children's Homes legislation and safeguarding procedures.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality, person-centred care in line with legislation.
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety guidelines and adequate staff training.
• Oversee admissions and discharges to the homes.

Skills

Management Experience

Relationship Skills

Knowledge of Child Protection

Flexibility

Education

QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (Children and Young People)

Job description

Make a Real Difference: A new home in Nottingham requires an experienced Registered Manager, EBD, Mixed Gender, 4 beds.

Ainsworth Recruitment are delighted to share this job with a well-respected company.

Are you a passionate and experienced leader ready for an exciting new challenge?

The Company

Established in 1993, we are a well-respected organisation committed to empowering young people to develop emotional resilience and achieve their full potential. We foster supportive relationships, preparing them for successful transitions into adulthood.

The Role:

As Registered Manager, you'll be responsible for the day-to-day management and leadership of this small home, ensuring the highest standards of care are delivered. You'll champion the rights of each young person, creating a supportive and enriching environment in line with our policies and procedures.

You'll lead and develop a team of care workers, ensuring positive outcomes for the young people by meeting their physical, psychological, emotional, and social development needs, all while adhering to relevant legislation and best practice.

What We Need From You:

• Enthusiasm: A genuine passion for providing high-quality care and education to young people.
• Management Experience: Proven experience managing and leading a team.
• Relationship Skills: Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, young people, and external agencies.
• Qualifications: Recognised social work qualification (e.g., QCF Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management (Children and Young People)).
• Relevant Experience: Minimum 3 years' experience in residential child care (within the last 5 years), including at least 1 year supervising and managing care staff.
• Driving Licence & Vehicle: Full manual driving licence and access to your own car (with business insurance).
• Knowledge: Thorough understanding of Children's Homes legislation, Ofsted requirements (SCIFF), and child protection/safeguarding procedures.
• Flexibility: Ability to undertake on-call duties and potentially sleep-in shifts as needed.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Develop and deliver high-quality, person-centred care in line with legislation and our policies.
• Ensure adherence to Health & Safety guidelines and adequate staff training.
• Maintain accurate records and implement monitoring and evaluation systems.
• Provide management information as required.
• Develop and promote innovative childcare approaches.
• Attend, prepare for, and chair various meetings.
• Participate in an on-call rota and potentially cover sleep-in shifts.
• Contribute to the overall ethos and aims of the organisation.
• Write concise and evaluative reports and oversee written communication.
• Make responsible decisions when appropriate.
• Oversee admissions and discharges to the homes.
• Lead and implement change in line with the organisational ethos.