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CS UK Recruitment Ltd; Leigh; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and support

Senior leadership

Shape new service

Additional leave

Company pension

Discounted food

Job summary

CS UK Recruitment Ltd is recruiting an Operations Manager to oversee and maintain high quality services across children’s care homes in central England. You will ensure Ofsted compliance, act as Responsible Individual, and drive policies to promote welfare and safeguarding.

The role requires extensive experience in managing children’s homes, strong leadership and regulatory knowledge, and the ability to lead a team through inspections and improvements.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing childrens' homes or similar settings.
• In-depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations and standards for childrens' services.
• Proven ability to act as a Responsible Individual with a strong understanding of legal and ethical responsibilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, including preparing for inspections and addressing any requirements or recommendations.
• Act as the Responsible Individual, providing leadership and guidance to staff, ensuring that all practices meet regulatory and legal standards.
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that promote the welfare and development of children in care.
• Manage budgets, resources, and staff schedules to ensure efficient and effective operation of the home.
• Liaise with external agencies, parents, and stakeholders to ensure cohesive and collaborative care plans.
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of care provided, implementing improvements where necessary.
• Provide training and support to staff, fostering a positive and professional work environment.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Ofsted knowledge

Budget management

Staff training

Job description

A fantastic new opportunity has arisen for a committed Operations Manager to oversee and maintain high quality services across the childrens' care homes in the central England region. You will be working for one of UK's most up and coming childrens' health care providers

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing childrens' residential services and ensuring compliance with Ofsted regulations, and maintaining high standards of care and safeguarding

As the Operations Manager your key responsibilities include:

• Ensure compliance with Ofsted regulations, including preparing for inspections and addressing any requirements or recommendations
• Act as the Responsible Individual, providing leadership and guidance to staff, ensuring that all practices meet regulatory and legal standards
• Develop and implement policies and procedures that promote the welfare and development of children in care
• Manage budgets, resources, and staff schedules to ensure efficient and effective operation of the home
• Liaise with external agencies, parents, and stakeholders to ensure cohesive and collaborative care plans
• Monitor and evaluate the quality of care provided, implementing improvements where necessary
• Provide training and support to staff, fostering a positive and professional work environment

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

• Extensive experience in managing childrens' homes or similar settings
• In-depth knowledge of Ofsted regulations and standards for childrens' services
• Proven ability to act as a Responsible Individual with a strong understanding of legal and ethical responsibilities
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills
• Ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations effectively

The successful Operations Manager will receive an excellent salary of £65,000 - £70,000 per annum - Pay frequency is monthly. This exciting position is a permanent full time role working through days. 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:

• Full training and support
• Supportive senior leadership team
• Opportunity to help shape a brand new, high-quality service
• Additional leave
• Company pension
• Discounted or free food

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