Registered Manager Childrens Residential

Progressive Care Ltd; Matlock; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Progressive Care Ltd is seeking a Registered Manager within Children's Services to lead a committed team in providing exceptional care for young people. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 in Children's Residential Childcare and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills. This role involves ensuring compliance with regulations, managing care plans, and fostering an environment for personal development. Competitive pay and professional development opportunities await in a vibrant and supportive work culture.

Benefits

Structured Salary Grades

Career Progression Opportunities

Comprehensive Training & Qualifications

Wellbeing Program

Qualifications

• Minimum two years' experience in a residential environment.
• Knowledge of legislation and Ofsted requirements.
• Experience in leading and motivating a staff team.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team to ensure a safe and nurturing environment for young people.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individual care plans.
• Conduct supervision and appraisals of staff.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Report Writing

Risk Assessment

Education

Level 3 in Children's Residential Childcare Qualification

Level 5 diploma in Leadership and Management

Job description

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 Children's Services:

• Lead a team to ensure a safe, calm, nurturing environment in which young people can develop and thrive, is provided.
• Lead a team to provide positive and meaningful life experiences for children to develop their skills and self-esteem.
• Lead a team in providing an environment where children's physical, emotional and educational needs are celebrated and met.
• Work in a child centred way to ensure each child's individual needs are met.
• Lead the team and drive the service forward.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individual care plans.
• Undertake supervision and appraisals of staff team.
• Mentor and guide a staff team to provide a therapeutic way of working.
• Ensure staff training and development. Compliance with legislation, policies, and Ofsted requirements.

Our Ideal Candidate should:

• Hold a Level 3 in Children's Residential Childcare Qualification (or equivalent). Either hold or be committed to completing their Level 5 diploma in Leadership and Management.
• Have a minimum two years' experience working in a residential environment.
• Adept in compiling risk assessments, weekly and monthly reports for both the home and the young people & Children.
• Knowledge of legislation and Ofsted requirements.
• Passionate in working with young people who may demonstrate behaviours that challenge.
• Knowledge of children's home regulations and quality standards.
• Lead a team, ensuring to be a visible presence.
• Have excellent communication and report writing skills.
• Have experience leading and motivating a staff team.
• Be flexible and willing to go the extra mile to ensure children have the best outcomes.

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
• Senior Support Worker
• Team Leader
• Deputy Manager
• Registered Manager
• 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.