Registered Children's Home Manager

Humble Bee Homes Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A children's residential care provider in Leicester is seeking a dedicated Registered Manager to lead operations focused on supporting children with learning difficulties and ASD. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership skills, relevant qualifications, and at least 2 years of management experience in a residential setting. You will ensure a nurturing environment, oversee daily operations, and work collaboratively with professionals to support each child. A starting salary of £50k per annum is offered, alongside additional benefits.

Benefits

Salary starting at £50k

Ofsted outcomes bonus

Ongoing training and development

Pension scheme

Employee assistance programme

21 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years managing/leading a team in a residential setting.
• Experience in children's residential care settings.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection laws.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to achieve the highest possible outcomes.
• Oversee day-to-day operations and future planning.
• Ensure a nurturing and stable environment for children.

Skills

Leadership and Management

Team Management

Knowledge of Childcare Legislation

Flexibility

Education

Level 5 in Leadership and Management

Level 3/4 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Job description

Do you want to make a difference in the lives of children? Help them to develop their independence and feel safe and valued?

Humble Bee Homes are looking to recruit a dedicated and talented Registered Manager to oversee the operations of our new home in Leicester, LE4. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced manager with a passion for supporting children to become their best selves, promoting the wellbeing of the children within our home, and providing high quality care. The home will be registered for two children and will specialise in providing residential care for children with learning difficulties and ASD.

As registered manager:

• You will be leading a team and inspiring them to achieve the highest possible outcomes, whilst ensuring compliance with all regulatory and statutory obligations.
• You will be responsible for the overall running of the home, from a day-to-day perspective as well as future planning through managing the home’s budgets.
• You will be accountable for ensuring that all the children within the home receive a supporting, nurturing and stable environment.
• You will act as a positive role model to the children and staff team alike, building and maintaining trusting relationships.
• You will be working alongside a range of professionals in order to provide the support needed for each individual child.

Requirements:

• To have or be working towards a Level 5 in Leadership and Management (or the equivalent).
• Level 3/4 Diploma in Residential Childcare or Children, Young People and Families Practitioner (or equivalent).
• A minimum of 2 years managing/leading a team in a residential setting.
• Experience of performing a range of roles within a children’s residential setting.
• Strong knowledge of legislation around the care of children, including safeguarding and child protection.
• Full UK driving Licence.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Ability to work flexibly and conduct on call duties as required.

What you can expect in return:

• A salary starting at £50k per annum.
• Ofsted outcomes bonus.
• A supportive senior management team who have considerable experience within Children’s Homes.
• Ongoing Training and Development.
• Progression opportunities as the company grows.
• Pension scheme.
• Employee assistance programme.
• 21 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Humble Bee Homes are enthusiastic about changing the lives of children for the better, giving them the tools they need to be able to live life to their full potential. If this sounds like a vision you share, please contact us.