Registered Manager

Progessive Care; Aldridge; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care provider in Aldridge is seeking a Registered Manager for its Family Assessment Centre. The ideal candidate will have experience in family assessment and strong leadership skills, including the ability to mentor staff. This role involves safeguarding children, supporting families, and ensuring a compliant environment. The company offers competitive salaries, comprehensive training, and opportunities for career development. A nurturing, supportive approach and effective communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

Structured salary grades

Career progression opportunities

Comprehensive training programs

Employee wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience in Family Assessment or a similar field.
• Experience working with Ofsted or knowledge of legislation and Ofsted requirements.
• Ability to apply transferable skills from relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Assess parents to safeguard their children's well-being.
• Oversee the management of the Family Assessment Centre.
• Mentor new and less experienced staff.

Skills

Nurturing and supportive

Strong mentoring skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Level 3 in Children and Young Peoples Workforce Diploma

Level 5 diploma in Leadership and Management for health & social care

Job description

Overview

As a national leader in Social Care for over 25 years, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and making a real impact. Our nurturing and empowering culture allows us to deliver exceptional services through our highly skilled, committed, and multi-disciplinary teams.

We offer a range of services, including :

Family Assessment | Children’s Residential | 16+ Supported Living | Learning Disabilities

All of our services are designed to provide safety, growth, and independence for individuals and families.

Our Mission

At Progressive Care, our brand stands for trust, quality, and care. Every service we provide is thoughtfully designed to deliver excellence, consistency, and a meaningful impact. With a professional and person-centered approach, we ensure reliability and progress, creating lasting value for those we care and support.

Your Role as a Registered Manager within Family Assessment

• Assess parents to safeguard and promote their children’s well-being.
• Safeguard children and parents through assessment, planning, and reviews.
• Support and mentor parents in developing essential parenting skills.
• Provide advice and guidance to help families build stability.
• Work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Oversee the day-to-day management and operations of the Family Assessment Centre – Maintaining a compliant, safe and homely environment.
• Mentor new and less experienced staff.
• Lead the team throughout shifts.
• Provide leadership, guidance and support to the Staff Team.
• Act as a role model and mentor to staff, demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to the highest standards of care and ethical practice.
• Provide support staff with effective supervision and probation.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Hold a Level 3 in Children and Young Peoples Workforce Diploma (or equivalent).
• Either hold or be committed to completing their Level 5 diploma in Leadership and Management for health & social care children & young people services.
• Have a minimum two years' experience working in Family Assessment or a similar field.
• Experience of working with Ofsted or have the knowledge of legislation and Ofsted requirements.
• Nurturing and supportive, with strong mentoring skills.
• Experienced in safeguarding and creating a stable environment.
• Have experience leading and motivating a staff team.
• Self-motivated and adaptable to a fast-paced setting.
• Able to apply transferable skills from relevant experience.
• Strong communication skills with a high level of empathy.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive, effective relationships with children, parents, and professionals.

What We Offer

Excellent Pay & Rewards

• We recognise your skills with structured Salary Grades that reflect your Experience and Qualifications
• Our Pay Structures are at the forefront of National Pay Standards.

Career Progression & Development

• Excellent Opportunities for career progression pathways creating opportunities from; Support worker to Senior Support Worker to Team Leader to Deputy Manager to Registered Manager to Service Manager

Comprehensive Training & Qualifications

• Full induction program before you start.
• Service specific training to refine and enhance your skills.
• We fully fund your training and qualifications through our Nationally Accredited Training Centre.

Wellbeing Program

• Access to excellent employee benefits designed to support your health, wellbeing, and personal development.

A Supportive & Rewarding Work Environment

With strong management support and supervision, you will always have the guidance, encouragement, that give you the tools and confidence that you need to thrive in your role and career.

Are you Ready to Start Your Career in Social Care? Speak to our Talent Team and join the Progressive Care Community!

• Due to the nature of this role, Progressive Care conducts enhanced background checks through the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) for all hired personnel.

Please note that sponsorship is not available for this position, and all applicants must have the right to work in the UK