Registered Manager - Children's Residential

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Leicester Forest East

On-site

GBP 43,000 - 50,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

YourRecruit in Leicester is seeking a Registered Manager to lead a children’s residential home. You will oversee day-to-day operations, safeguarding, and the delivery of high-quality, individualised care for children and young people.

You will develop the care team, ensure Ofsted readiness, maintain compliant records and manage budgets, working with social workers, families and professionals. The role requires extensive residential childcare experience and a Level 5 leadership qualification or

Qualifications

Experience in children's residential care.
Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding.
Ability to lead and develop care teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Experience managing budgets and resources.

Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day operation of the children’s residential home.
Ensure high standards of care, safeguarding and child protection.
Manage, supervise and develop the residential care team.
Act as a positive role model for staff and children.
Ensure children’s physical, emotional and developmental needs are met.
Oversee care plans, education plans and risk assessments.
Maintain safe staffing levels in line with children’s needs.
Ensure compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations (England) 2015.
Follow safeguarding legislation, local authority procedures and organisational policies.
Maintain accurate records and documentation.
Drive continuous improvement and prepare the home for Ofsted inspections.
Work with social workers, education professionals, families and external agencies.
Manage budgets, resources and staffing effectively.

Skills

Residential childcare

Leadership

Safeguarding

Communication

Budget management

Ofsted knowledge

Staff development

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Designated Safeguarding Lead Level 3

Enhanced DBS checks & registration requirements

Job description

Registered Manager - Children's Residential

Location: Leicester

Salary: £43,000 - £50,000 per annum

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Registered Manager to lead and manage a children's residential home in Leicester.

You will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the home, ensuring children and young people receive safe, high-quality and individualised care.

You will lead and develop the care team, maintain strong safeguarding standards and ensure the home remains compliant with relevant legislation and Ofsted requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day operation of the children's residential home.
Ensure high standards of care, safeguarding and child protection.
Manage, supervise and develop the residential care team.
Act as a positive role model for staff and children.
Ensure children's physical, emotional and developmental needs are met.
Oversee care plans, education plans and risk assessments.
Maintain safe staffing levels in line with children's individual needs.
Ensure compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations (England) 2015.
Follow safeguarding legislation, local authority procedures and organisational policies.
Maintain accurate records and documentation.
Drive continuous improvement and prepare the home for Ofsted inspections.
Work effectively with social workers, education professionals, families and other external agencies.
Manage budgets, resources and staffing effectively.

About You

Previous experience working in children's residential care.
Experience in a Registered Manager, Deputy Manager or senior management role.
Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations and safeguarding.
Experience managing and developing care teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organisational and leadership abilities.
Resilience and the ability to manage challenging situations.
Experience with performance management, conflict resolution and budgets.
A child-centred and compassionate approach.

Qualifications

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare - or willingness to work towards.
Designated Safeguarding Lead Level 3.
Willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS check and meet all registration requirements.

Safeguarding & Recruitment

Offers are subject to satisfactory references, enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment checks.

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Important Information

Due to the regulated nature of Children's Residential Care, successful candidates will be required to complete all relevant safer recruitment and pre-employment checks before starting work.

Right to Work

Please only apply if you already have the right to work in the UK for this position. Unfortunately, sponsorship is not available for this vacancy.

Safer Recruitment & Safeguarding

YourRecruit is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Appointments to roles within children's residential services will be subject to appropriate safer recruitment checks, which may include an Enhanced DBS check, verification of employment history, satisfactory references, qualification checks, identity and Right to Work checks, and exploration of any gaps in employment, in line with the requirements of the role and provider.

Know someone suitable?

Due to the volume of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond individually to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within 7 days, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted for this particular vacancy. We would, however, be pleased to consider you for other suitable opportunities.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

YourRecruit Ltd is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and does not discriminate unlawfully on the grounds of any protected characteristic.

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