Registered Children's Care Home Manager

Flow Sports Personnel Ltd; Catford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking a Registered Manager to lead a children's home in Catford, South East London. You will manage operations to ensure compliance with regulations and deliver high-quality care. Candidates should have a Level 5 Diploma in relevant services and substantial experience working with children. This role is suited for a progressive leader looking to advance in their career.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in the last 5 years, including 1 year at senior level.
• Supervisory or management experience.
• Experience in a residential setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the children's home and ensure compliance with legislative requirements.
• Deliver high-quality care as per the home's statement of purpose.
• Manage day-to-day operations and support staff in their development.

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People’s Services

Job description

Our client is looking to recruit a Registered Manager based in South East London. You will initially work out of our clients established home based in Catford and then be required to setup their new home operation based in South East London.

Job Purpose

To lead and manage the children's home consistent with the approach and ethos of the organisation, delivering outcomes and high-quality care as set out in the home's statement of purpose.

Service Description

Managing the residential home on a day-to-day basis, ensuring it is compliant in meeting all relevant legislative and contractual requirements, including the health and educational needs of young people. The role of a Residential Manager is the person with overall responsibility of the Children's Home and is accountable for the delivery of a high quality of service provision, incorporating care, welfare, safety and security of all children and young people in their care in order for them to achieve a secure base. Supporting, leading and managing a team of staff who will provide protection and support the children with their psychological, emotional & social development.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Education

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young People\'s Services; or equivalent; or a preparedness to work towards the same.
• Demonstrate commitment to continuing professional development.

Experience

• 2 years' experience working with children in the last 5 years and at least 1 year at senior level.
• Supervision or management experience.
• Working with children, young people and their families.
• Work in a residential setting.
• Inter-agency work.

This is an ideal opportunity for a progressive Residential Registered Manager or Deputy Manager looking to move into their first Registered Management appointment.