Registered Childrens Home Manager

Kenwood Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Derby; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a compassionate Registered Children's Home Manager to lead a new facility in the East Midlands. This pivotal role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance with care standards, and fostering a nurturing environment for children aged 8-17 with emotional and behavioral difficulties. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in residential care, strong leadership capabilities, and a commitment to making a positive impact. With a full-time position offering a competitive salary and opportunities for professional development, this is a rewarding chance to make a real difference in the lives of children in need.

Benefits

Company Bonus Scheme

Generous annual leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Person Centred Development Plan

Company pension

On-site parking

Company events

Qualifications

• 5+ years in residential care for children, with 2+ years in a supervisory role.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and therapeutic practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and ensure compliance with care standards.
• Manage staff and advocate for children to achieve optimal outcomes.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Childcare Management

Safeguarding Procedures

Therapeutic Practices

Team Management

Education

NVQ Level 3 In Children and Young People's Workforce

LEVEL 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Our client is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Children's Home Manager to oversee the care and wellbeing of children within their brand new facility based in East Midlands. The Registered Manager will be responsible for managing daily operations, supervising staff, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while fostering a nurturing environment. To be suitable, the Registered Manager must have 5 years experience in a role relevant to supporting children in a residential setting and 2 years experience managing a team in a residential home for children or young people. This will be a 2-bedded home and already has an RI in place.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provide care for the children/young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties, aged 8 - 17 years. Your role will be to ensure the home operates in compliance with the standards and regulations set out in the Children’s Home Regulations and Quality Standards 2015.
2. Implement and work in accordance with all aspects of the Statement of Purpose within the Children’s Home.
3. Manage and oversee the daily operations of the home whilst advocating for the children and young people enabling them to thrive and reach the best possible outcomes.
4. Understand and apply Safeguarding procedures and policy, and have knowledge of the Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality standards.
5. Work in line with the Ofsted SCCIF (Social Care Common Inspection Framework).
6. Develop and supervise staff teams, delegating tasks to the staff team as appropriate to their roles and responsibilities.
7. Be part of an on-call system.
8. Work alongside the Responsible Individual and commissioned psychologists and other therapists to develop the Organisation’s Therapeutically Informed Training programme.

What We Require From a Registered Manager

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a position relevant to the residential care of children.
• At least 2 years in a role supervising and managing staff.
• NVQ Level 3 In Children and Young People's Workforce.
• LEVEL 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (England).
• A “Good” or “Outstanding” grade within your recent Ofsted Inspections.
• A good understanding of Therapeutic Practices and PACE (preferable).

What Can We Offer You?

• Full Time Role £45,000 - £50,000 dependant on Experience and Qualifications.
• Company Bonus Scheme & Incentives.
• Generous annual leave.
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme.
• Person Centred Development Plan including Therapeutic Training Qualifications.

If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and possess the necessary experience and leadership qualities, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.

A DBS check will be required to be successful. You will be required to drive and have access to your own car.

Job Types

Full-time, Permanent

Additional pay:

• Bonus scheme
• Performance bonus

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• On call

Experience:

• Children's residential support: 5 years (required)
• Registered Home Manager/Deputy Manager: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Driving Licence (required)

Work Location: In person