Ofsted-Registered Children's Home Manager

Universal Care Group; Lichfield; Presencial; GBP 38.000 - 50.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

3-tier salary scale

Sign-on bonus

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Wellbeing programme

Ongoing training and development

Descripción de la vacante

Universal Care Group is seeking an Ofsted Registered Childrens Manager for our new residential home in the heart of Walsall to oversee the care and development of children.

The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team, ensure safeguarding and regulatory compliance, and drive learning and wellbeing through high-quality programmes and partnerships with parents and external agencies.

Formación

• Experience managing childcare teams in a residential setting.
• Ofsted qualification requirements as listed (Level 3/4 and Level 5 leadership).
• Minimum 2 years in a residential care setting.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Knowledge of safeguarding legislation and best practices.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the childrens care facility and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Lead quality assurance, Regulation 45/44 audits, improvement plans, and post-audit responses.
• Develop engaging programmes supporting physical, emotional, and educational development.
• Manage staff induction, supervision, appraisal, and development with Safer Recruitment practices.
• Maintain effective communication with parents, caregivers, and external agencies.
• Regularly assess childrens progress and adapt programmes to individual needs.
• Ensure safeguarding policies are followed and create a safe environment.
• Handle administrative tasks and record keeping for the facility.
• Represent the home in meetings with local authorities and safeguarding partners.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Communication

Safeguarding

Staff development

Regulatory knowledge

Educación

Level 3 Diploma in Childcare or NVQ Level 4 Children and Young People

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for residential childcare

Descripción del empleo

Universal Care Group is seeking an Ofsted Registered Childrens Manager for our new residential home in the heart of Walsall to oversee the care and development of children.

The successful candidate will lead a dedicated team, ensure safeguarding and regulatory compliance, and drive learning and wellbeing through high-quality programmes and partnerships with parents and external agencies.