House Manager, Residential Children's Home - 12-Month Cover

Polaris Inc.; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local service provider in Dorchester is seeking a passionate House Manager to lead a children's home for 12 months. This role involves managing staff, ensuring compliance, and providing quality support to young residents. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience in residential care, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding. Benefits include company pension and training opportunities.

Benefits

Company pension

Employee discount scheme

Access to wellbeing programmes

Therapeutic Parenting (DDP Level 1) training

Monthly clinical and professional supervision

Qualifications

• Experience in residential care or youth work with young people with Emotional Behavioural Disorders (EBD).
• Proactive and flexible approach in care settings.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a staff team for emotional and physical support.
• Ensure compliance and safeguarding standards are met.
• Liaise with Local Authorities and external professionals.

Skills

Leadership and team management skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Child-centred approach

Understanding of safeguarding and compliance

Education

Level 5 Management of Children's Services qualification

Willingness to undertake enhanced DBS check

Job description

A local service provider in Dorchester is seeking a passionate House Manager to lead a children's home for 12 months. This role involves managing staff, ensuring compliance, and providing quality support to young residents. Ideal candidates will have leadership experience in residential care, strong communication skills, and a commitment to safeguarding. Benefits include company pension and training opportunities.