Children's Registered Home Manager

Score Limited; Astwood Bank; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's care service provider in England is seeking a Registered Children's Home Manager. You will lead a dedicated team, ensure compliance with Ofsted standards, and provide exceptional care for young people. The ideal candidate will have over 2 years of experience in a children's home, a relevant childcare diploma, and a passion for supporting youth development. The role offers an attractive package, including a salary up to £60k plus bonuses.

Benefits

Up to £65k p.a. with bonuses

36 days Annual Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years' experience leading a team within a children's home environment.
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
• Ability to register as a manager with Ofsted and pass a Fit Person's Interview.

Responsibilities

• Run a children's home to 'Good' or 'Outstanding' standards.
• Manage a staff team and ensure trainings are carried out.
• Develop and review Ofsted-required paperwork.

Skills

Leadership in children's home

Communication

Staff management

Understanding of safeguarding procedures

Education

Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Tools

SCCIF knowledge

Job description

Overview

As a Registered Children's Home Manager, you will be the backbone of the home. You will draw on extensive experience working in children's homes to manage and lead a passionate team, ensuring smooth operation of the home, best-in-class care for young people, and Ofsted excellence.

Responsibilities

• Run a children's home to "Good" or "Outstanding" standards, adhering to Ofsted's Children's Homes Act (2015), Quality Standards, and Safeguarding Procedures
• Manage a staff team, complete Supervisions and Appraisals, and ensure trainings are carried out in line with Quality Standards
• Develop and review Ofsted-required paperwork such as care plans, behaviour support plans, risk assessments, and regulated "Reg" reports; attend and engage in LAC, EHCP, PEP, and Pathway Planning meetings and reviews
• Communicate effectively with young people, colleagues, families, and external professionals
• Conduct administrative tasks including health and safety checks, medication audits, rotas, finances, recruitment activities and inductions
• On-call responsibilities; provide expert advice in out-of-hour crises

Qualifications & Requirements

• Minimum of 2+ years' experience leading a team specifically within a children's home environment
• Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
• Full UK Manual Driving Licence and access to a vehicle
• Understanding of the SCCIF, Childrens Home Act (2015), and Quality Standards; ability to register as a manager with Ofsted and pass a Fit Person's Interview
• A genuine passion for supporting the well-being and healthy development of young people, and for supporting your staff team

Package & Benefits

• Up to £60k p.a., plus up to £5k in bonuses = £65k p.a.
• 36 days Annual Leave
• Senior Management support with over 65 years' combined experience in Children's Social Care, including the Director who was an Ofsted Inspector
• Qualifications up to Level 7; opportunity to enrol onto Level 1&2 in DDP
• Dedicated Head Office and Back Office Support
• Further benefits: opportunity to complete qualifications up to Level 7 in Strategic Management for Residential Childcare, Level 1&2 in Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, and pathways for promotion into roles such as Dual-Registration, Home Opener, or Operations/Senior Management
• Wellbeing & Recognition: Employee Assistance Program, free eye tests, staff rewards, engagement days, and eligibility for a Blue Light Card
• Holiday: 36 days paid annual leave, including bank holidays