Registered Manager

Northampton Business Directory; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits a passionate Registered Manager for a new children's home in Northampton. This role involves leading a dedicated team to provide exceptional care for children aged 5-18 with diverse needs. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of child protection, and relevant managerial experience in a regulated environment. Join a supportive organization that values the well-being of its residents and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

KPI bonus

Qualifications

• 1+ years as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in a children's home.
• 2+ years at senior level in an Ofsted regulated Children's Home.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the best care for children aged 5-18 with complex needs.
• Lead and manage a team, ensuring compliance with children's home regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Child Protection Knowledge

Leadership

Numeracy Skills

Literacy Skills

Technology Skills

Education

Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care

NVQ Level 4 Health and Social Care

Job description

Registered Manager Children's Home Northampton NN4

We are offering an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and determined Registered Manager for our new 4 bed children’s home based in Northampton. The owners of this Organisation are experienced in the world of care and have excellent relationships with the authorities.

We are looking for someone with experience and with your guidance, the team will ensure that the children living within the home have the very best care. Our children and young people are aged between 5-18 years old with social, emotional, mental health, and complex needs. There will be a maximum of 2 children at the home.

There could be potential to become a dual manager (can be discussed).

Registered Manager Salary and benefits

• Up to £55k depending on experience
• KPI bonus

Registered Manager Skills and abilities

• Ability to demonstrate reasoning, numeracy, literacy, and technology skills to required standard.
• Ability to work as a team, working closely with colleagues and other agencies.
• Ability to solve problems.
• Able to work within the principles of the Children’s Act.
• Demonstrate a sound working knowledge of child protection issues and procedures.
• Sound knowledge of children’s homes procedures and relevant issues.
• Ability to exercise authority.
• Proven leadership and management abilities.
• Excellent communication skills – both verbally and written.

Registered Manager Knowledge and experience

• At least 1 year working experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in a Registered Children’s Home where the rating of their home is good to outstanding.
• A minimum of two years’ experience at senior level in an Ofsted regulated Children’s Home.
• Experience working with children who have mental health, emotional, and behavioural difficulties.
• Have a very good understanding of the children’s homes regulations and quality standards, 2015.
• Have good knowledge and experience working as a designated safeguarding lead in children’s residential home(s).
• Registered Manager qualifications.
• Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent) and Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care and Children and Young Peoples Services (or you are willing to work towards this) Or NVQ Level 4 Health and Social Care (Children’s Pathway) combined with a Leadership and Management Qualification.

For more information on Registered Manager Northampton opportunity contact Mick Hull Fieldview Care Recruitment Solutions