Registered Manager Childrens Home

Calibre Global Consulting; Manchester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A child care services company is looking for a Registered Children's Home Manager in Manchester. The role involves leading a residential children's home, ensuring compliance with Ofsted standards, and building a skilled team. Candidates should have relevant childcare qualifications and experience in managing children’s homes. This position offers a chance to create a nurturing environment for vulnerable young people.

Qualifications

• Must have a full driver's licence.
• Experience as a Registered Manager in a children's home with a successful Ofsted inspection.
• Commitment to an anti-discriminatory, non-judgemental management style.

Responsibilities

• Lead the home and recruit staff.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks and standards.
• Oversee safeguarding and care planning for children.

Skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of Ofsted standards

Team building skills

Education

Level 3 or 4 qualification in Residential childcare

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and management

Job description

We are seeking a Registered Children's Home Manager to lead a Residential Children's Home in Manchester. This is a unique opportunity to help shape a therapeutic environment for vulnerable children and young people.

As the Registered Manager, youll work closely with the Responsible Individual to build an Ofsted compliant, nurturing home, where young people can receive outstanding care and thrive. From developing policies and setting up systems, to recruiting and inspiring a skilled care team, youll be instrumental in the day to day running of the home.

This position is for a manager who will be a dual manager as the company is in the process of opening its second home.

What You Will Bring

• Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Residential childcare (or equivalent qualification) and willing to start or have Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and management (Children and Young People\'s Social Care Manager).
• Full drivers licence.
• At least one successful recent Ofsted inspection as a Registered Manager in a childrens home.
• Proven leadership and team building skills.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted standards and regulatory frameworks. A commitment to work in an anti-discriminatory, non-judgemental environment. An accessible, approachable and participative management style.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the home, including staff recruitment, policy development and operational systems aligned with Ofsted standards with initiative, integrity and honesty.
• Ensure compliance with the Children\'s Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
• Build and lead a cohesive team with a shared vision and culture. Foster a child centred approach throughout the service.
• Oversee safeguarding, care planning and support for children.
• Develop strong partnerships with external agencies, local authorities and community resources.
• Manage budgets, inspections and ongoing service improvement for the home.
• Are you ready to build something meaningful from the ground up?

Interested or for more information send CV