Registered Manager - Children's

Health Recruit Network; King's Lynn; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Professional development

Company pension

Health & wellbeing support

Job summary

Health Recruit Network is recruiting a Registered Manager for a brand-new 3-bed children's residential home in King's Lynn. You will lead set-up, registration and ongoing operations, building a strong team and shaping the culture that supports safeguarding and positive outcomes for children.

The role requires experience as a Registered/Deputy Manager, strong regulatory knowledge, and a Level 5 leadership qualification (or active progress towards it).

Qualifications

• Experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager in a children's residential setting.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted requirements and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015.
• Active progress toward Level 5 Diploma or equivalent leadership qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead set-up and Ofsted registration for the new home.
• Recruit, develop and lead the residential childcare team.
• Provide values-led leadership and positive team culture.
• Ensure compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and Quality Standards.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

People management

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

Registered Manager – Children's Home Location: King's LynnSalary: £45,000 – £50,000 per year + bonusJob Type: Full-time, Permanent

I am working in partnership with a well-established and forward-thinking children's care organisation to recruit an experienced Registered Manager for a brand-new 3-bed children's residential home in the King's Lynn area. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced children's residential care professional to join the organisation at the beginning of a new project and play a key role in setting up, registering and launching the home. You will have the opportunity to build your own team, establish the culture and standards of the home, and create a safe, nurturing environment where children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) can develop, achieve and prepare for adulthood.

About the Role

• Leading the set-up and Ofsted registration of the new children's home.
• Recruiting, developing and leading your own residential childcare team.
• Providing strong, values-led leadership and creating a positive team culture.
• Ensuring the home operates in accordance with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Maintaining a safe, supportive and nurturing environment for children and young people.
• Promoting positive outcomes, independence and personal development for the children in your care.
• Working closely with the Regional Manager/RI to monitor quality, performance and continuous improvement.
• Building strong working relationships with local authorities, social workers, education professionals and other key stakeholders.
• Ensuring safeguarding procedures are consistently followed and embedded throughout the home.
• Supporting the development of effective care planning, risk management and recording processes.

About You

• Previous experience as a Registered Manager or Deputy Manager within a children's residential setting.
• A strong understanding of Ofsted requirements, Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and the Quality Standards.
• A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare, or be actively working towards this qualification.
• Experience leading and developing a team within a children's residential care environment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A confident, approachable and inspirational leadership style.
• A genuine passion for safeguarding and improving the lives of children and young people.
• Experience of setting up or registering a new children's home would be advantageous, although candidates with strong residential childcare management experience are encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer?

This role offers the opportunity to be involved in a brand-new children's home from the very beginning, giving you genuine scope to influence the culture, team and quality of the service.

• £45,000 – £50,000 salary, depending on experience.
• Bonus opportunities.
• The opportunity to lead and develop a brand-new children's home.
• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Support from an experienced Regional Manager and Responsible Individual.
• Employee benefits package, including Medicash, Perkbox, additional annual leave, life insurance and critical illness cover.
• Company pension.
• Free parking.
• Health and wellbeing support.
• Referral programme.
• Store discounts.
• A supportive and values-driven working environment.

Safeguarding & DBS Safeguarding is central to this position. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced DBS check and will be expected to demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding children and young people.