Home Manager

CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Hyndburn; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Enhanced DBS

Employee Assistance Programme

Fully Funded Care Certificate

Refer a Friend Bonus

Job summary

CS UK Recruitment Ltd is seeking an experienced Home Manager for a home in the Blackburn, Lancashire area. The role leads a team within a care setting for individuals with complex needs and learning disabilities.

You will ensure safeguarding, compliance with Ofsted standards, and strong partnerships with Social Services, NHS, Police, and Education. Salary ranges from £52,000 to £66,000 per year, with monthly pay and a full-time 40-hour week.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of supervisory experience with children, meeting Ofsted expectations.
• Thorough knowledge of childcare legislation, Quality Standards, and safeguarding principles.
• Calm and composed in demanding situations, understanding attachment and trauma in young people.

Responsibilities

• Be a safeguarding expert applying risk assessments and regulations to achieve outcomes for young people.
• Work with the Registered Manager to ensure the home meets Ofsted standards.
• Build relationships with Social Services, NHS, Police, and Education.
• Deputise for the Registered Manager and lead the team in their absence.
• Inspire staff development and nurture future leaders within the team.
• Monitor standards and implement systems reflecting outstanding practice.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Ofsted knowledge

Safeguarding principles

Risk assessment

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership & Management – Children’s Residential

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

An exciting brand new job opportunity has arisen for an experienced Home Manager for a home based in the Blackburn, Lancashire area. You will be working for one of UK’s leading care providers

This is a leading provider of diverse services throughout the UK, dedicated to supporting individuals with complex needs and learning disabilities. Our comprehensive offerings encompass supported living, residential emergency accommodation, and specialized step-down services for mental health care

As the Home Manager your key responsibilities include:

• Be a safeguarding expert, wielding your thorough understanding of risk assessment, regulations (CHR2015, Ofsted, Working Together), and legislation to empower informed decision-making and achieve exceptional outcomes for young people
• Work with the Registered Manager, ensuring our home thrives under Ofsted's standards
• Forge strong relationships with Social Services, NHS, Police, and Education
• Deputise for the Registered Manager effectively, managing the home and leading the team in their absence
• Lead staff with your inspirational approach, nurturing future leaders within your team
• Monitor standards, meet objectives, and implement cutting-edge systems that reflect outstanding practice

The following skills and experience would be preferred and beneficial for the role:

• At least 2 years of supervisory experience working with children, demonstrating knowledge of Ofsted expectations
• Thorough knowledge of key childcare legislation, Quality Standards, and Safeguarding principles
• Calm and composed in demanding situations, demonstrating understanding of attachment and trauma in young people
• Due to the complexities of the role, you will be 25 years of age and more

To be considered for this position you must hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management – Children's Residential (or be willing to work towards) and a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

The successful Home Manager will receive an excellent salary of £52,000 - £66,000 per annum - Pay frequency is monthly. This exciting position is a permanent full time role for 40 hours a week. In return for your hard work and commitment you will receive the following generous benefits:

• Free Enhanced DBS
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Fully Funded Care Certificate
• Refer a Friend Bonus

Reference ID: 7307-JC