Registered Children's Home Manager (Dual Homes) | Children's Residential Services | Clitheroe

Lancashire County Council; Clitheroe; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A local government organization in Clitheroe is looking for a Registered Children's Home Manager to oversee daily operations of two Children's Homes. The ideal candidates will possess leadership skills, a QCF5 or NVQ 5 qualification, and experience in management. They will ensure compliance with standards and mentor childcare teams. This full-time role offers a salary of £49,764 - £53,888 per annum along with generous benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible Working arrangements

Health and Wellbeing Initiatives

Extensive training programme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in managing a Children's Home.
• Experience in developing high performing teams.
• Driving license and access to a vehicle is essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of two Children's Homes.
• Lead and mentor teams of Residential Childcare Workers.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and standards.

Skills

Passion for working with children

Leadership skills

Ability to handle challenging situations

Education

QCF5 or NVQ 5 in Leadership & Management in Health & Social Care

Job description

Overview

Registered Children's Home Manager (Dual Homes) – Location: Clitheroe, Lancashire

Salary £49,764 - £53,888 per annum • Permanent, Full Time • 37 Hours Per Week

International Sponsorship – this role is not open to international sponsorship

Responsibilities

As part of the Residential Leadership Team, this position involves overseeing the daily operations of two Children's Homes, ensuring they run smoothly and efficiently while maintaining compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. The Dual Registered Manager is responsible for leading and mentoring two teams of Residential Childcare Workers, supported by four Deputy Managers.

The Dual Registered Manager must have a caring and empathetic approach to working with children and staff, the ability to handle challenging situations with patience and professionalism, and a strong sense of ethics and integrity in all aspects of the role.

Qualifications and Experience

• A passion for working with children and a commitment to their well-being.
• An QCF5 or NVQ 5 Leadership & Management in Health & Social Care or equivalent.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in the management of a Children's Home.
• Experience of working successfully at a managerial level to develop a high performing team.
• Driving license and access to a vehicle — this is an essential car user post.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave allocation, 25 days (rising to 32 days after five years' service) plus eight days bank holidays and two extra statutory days
• Comprehensive Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexible Working arrangements
• Health and Wellbeing Initiatives including wellness programs and other services including Occupational Health Services, Cycle to work scheme, Eyesight test contribution and our Employee Assistance Programme
• Generous annual leave, maternity, paternity, and adoption leave policies
• Access to various discounts on products and services, including local businesses, national retailers, and car purchase schemes
• Free parking and all meals/drinks included when on shift
• Extensive training programme, including funded apprenticeships up to degree level

How to apply

You should demonstrate in your application how you meet the requirements of the job description by uploading a copy of your CV and Supporting Statement.

Please contact Lee Byrne at [e-mail] for an initial informal and confidential chat.

Interviews: Held on Wednesdays of each week.

Lancashire County Council reserves the right to close this job advertisement at any time prior to the stated closing date. The post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a disclosure. Further information can be found on the Our Recruitment Process tab.

Please ensure you have uploaded and attached your supporting statement to evidence how you meet the criteria for the role. The panel may be unable to shortlist you for interview without this evidence.

You will be required to provide a car for use in connection with the duties of this post and must be insured for business use. However, we may consider you if you cannot drive because of a disability.

We reserve the right to close down a vacancy early, before the closing date, if we receive sufficient applications.

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