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CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Hyndburn; On-site; GBP 580,000 - 737,000; 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 sourcing an experienced Home Manager for a home in the Blackburn, Lancashire area. You will lead safeguarding, regulatory compliance (Ofsted) and stakeholder collaboration to deliver exceptional outcomes for young people.

Role requires a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management – Children's Residential (or willing to work towards) and a Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare, with at least 2 years’ supervisory experience.

Qualifications

• Requires Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management – Children's Residential or willingness to work towards it.
• Requires Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience with children and knowledge of Ofsted expectations.
• Thorough knowledge of childcare legislation, Quality Standards and safeguarding principles.

Responsibilities

• Be a safeguarding expert, applying risk assessments, regulations and legislation to enable informed decisions.
• Work with the Registered Manager to ensure the home meets Ofsted standards.
• Forge strong relationships with Social Services, NHS, Police and Education.
• Deputise for the Registered Manager and lead the home in their absence.
• Lead and develop staff to nurture future leaders within the team.
• Monitor standards, achieve objectives and implement best-practice systems.

Skills

Safeguarding expertise

Regulatory knowledge (Ofsted)

Staff leadership

Stakeholder relationship management

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and 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:

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