Registered Children's Home Manager (Dual Homes) | Lytham

Lancashire County Council; Lytham Moss; On-site; GBP 51,356 - 55,612; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave 25 days

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Free parking

Job summary

Lancashire County Council is seeking a dynamic Dual Registered Children’s Home Manager to lead two residential homes in Lytham. You will supervise daily operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and mentor two teams of Residential Childcare Workers.

The role requires QCF5/NVQ5 Leadership & Management or equivalent, at least three years’ experience managing a children’s home, and a valid driving licence. You will drive service development, manage resources, and promote the welfare of children.

Qualifications

• Qualifications in social care or a related field with proven experience in managing Children’s Homes or similar settings.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with a genuine commitment to well-being and development of children.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities to handle multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of two Children’s Homes, ensuring they run smoothly and comply with regulations.
• Lead and mentor two teams of Residential Childcare Workers, supported by four Deputy Managers.
• Drive service improvements, manage budgets and resources, and promote child welfare and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People management

Education

QCF5 or NVQ5 Leadership & Management in Health & Social Care or equivalent

Job description

Registered Children\'s Home Manager (Dual Homes) | Lytham

Fylde - Lytham St Annes, Lancashire, United Kingdom

Job Description

| Salary £51,356 - £55,612 Per Annum | Permanent, Full Time, 37 Hours Per Week |Lytham|

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Registered Children\'s Home Manager (Dual Homes)

Location: Lytham

We are currently recruiting…

As part of our exciting expansion, we are looking for a dynamic and compassionate DualRegistered Children’s Home Manager to join our team, based in Lytham

"Where Our Children Live" is a programme of work focusing on creating Lancashire homes for Lancashire children as part of a modernisation and expansion of Children\'s Residential Childcare at Lancashire County Council.

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 ideal candidate for this role will have relevant qualifications in social care or a related field, with proven experience in managing Children’s Homes or similar settings. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential, along with a genuine commitment to the well-being and development of our children. Excellent organisational and time-management skills are required to handle multiple responsibilities effectively.

Personal attributes such as empathy, compassion, resilience, and integrity are considered essential for this role. 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.

What we are looking for…

• 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 has access to a vehicle – this is an essential car user post
• 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 includingOccupational 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 (e.g. Viv Up) on products and services, including local businesses, national retailers, and car purchase schemes.
• Free parking and all meals/drinks included when on shift
• Stable experienced management team and dedicated Head of Service
• Extensive training programme, including funded apprenticeships up to degree level

Closing Date: 31 July

Interviews: TBC

Lancashire County Council reserves the right to close this job advertisement at any time prior to the stated closing date. This decision may be made without prior notice and is at the sole discretion of Lancashire County Council. We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications promptly, as we may fill the position before the advertised closing date.

The post you are applying for is covered by theRehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). 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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