Registered Manager - Supported Accommodation and Supported Lodgings Service

Birmingham Children's Trust; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DBS fee paid and update service

30 days annual leave plus benefits

Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme

Free on-site parking

Employee benefits scheme including OH,

Flexible hybrid working

Job summary

Birmingham Children’s Trust is seeking an experienced Registered Manager to lead the new Supported Lodgings and Supported Accommodation Service, developing and embedding provision in partnership with the National House Project. The role focuses on strategic leadership, day-to-day management and ensuring high-quality, person-centred support for care-experienced young people in Birmingham.

You will drive service development, oversee compliance with regulatory standards, and work toward an

Qualifications

• Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent) recognised under the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015.
• Recognised management qualification at Level 5 (or equivalent).
• Significant experience of managing services for children and young people, with safeguarding, regulatory compliance and quality assurance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational delivery, development and registration of the Supported Lodgings Scheme.
• Provide strategic and operational leadership across Supported Accommodation and Supported Lodgings services.
• Ensure delivery of safe, high-quality, family-based accommodation and support for vulnerable young people.
• Promote child-centred practice and implement safeguarding policies and procedures.
• Manage staff, budgets and resources to ensure efficient service operation.
• Contribute as a member of the service management team and support wider development of accommodation services.
• Drive implementation of service development plans to achieve positive outcomes for young people.
• Undertake the role of Registered Manager upon registration and ensure regulatory compliance.

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent)

Recognised Level 5 management qualification

Significant experience of managing services for children and young people

Job description

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced and inspirational Registered Manager to lead the development and delivery of our new Supported Lodgings provision and Supported Accommodation Service, being established in partnership with the National House Project.

At Birmingham Children's Trust, we are committed to ensuring that our 16 and 17-year-olds have access to high-quality homes and support that enable them to thrive as they move towards independence. The expansion of our residential and accommodation offer is a key part of this commitment, and this role presents a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping and embedding these services from the outset.

As Registered Manager, you will be responsible for the strategic leadership, day-to-day management, and continuous development of both services. You will oversee all aspects of service delivery, ensuring that young people receive high-quality, person-centred support that promotes positive outcomes and prepares them for independent living. You will also lead on the development and implementation of the service's Statement of Purpose, ensuring that it reflects best practice and the needs of the young people we support.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking and ambitious organisation during a period of growth and innovation. In return, Birmingham Children's Trust offers a supportive working environment, access to high-quality training and development opportunities, and a strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional progression.

The successful candidate will be passionate about improving the lives of young people and dedicated to helping them realise their potential, aspirations, and ambitions. Your leadership, expertise, and commitment will be instrumental in creating a service where young people feel safe, valued, and empowered to succeed.

A key requirement of the role will be to achieve and maintain registration with Ofsted as the Registered Manager for 16-17 Supported Accommodation. You will ensure full compliance with all relevant regulatory and quality standards, driving a culture of continuous improvement and excellence with the ambition of achieving an Outstanding Ofsted judgement.

This is more than a management role; it is an opportunity to influence the future of services for care-experienced young people and make a lasting difference to their lives.

We have been rated as ‘Good’ by Ofsted, following a 2023 inspection. This is a fantastic achievement for Birmingham Children's Trust, with many positive highlights focusing on areas including the quality of staff leadership, partnership working, safeguarding and corporate parenting.

This is a hybrid role based in Birmingham so you must reside within a suitable commutable distance around Birmingham and have the correct right-to-work documents to work in the UK. Sadly, we do not support those who require sponsorship.

Key Responsibilities Will Include:

• Leading the operational delivery, development, and registration of our new Supported Lodgings Scheme.
• Providing strategic and operational leadership across both Supported Accommodation and Supported Lodgings services.
• Ensuring the delivery of safe, high-quality, family-based accommodation and support for vulnerable young people.
• Promoting child-centred practice and implementing policies and procedures that safeguard and protect young people.
• Managing staff, budgets, and resources effectively to ensure the efficient operation of services.
• Contributing as a key member of the service management team and supporting the wider development of accommodation services.
• Driving the implementation and delivery of service development plans to achieve positive outcomes for young people.
• Undertaking the role of Registered Manager upon successful registration of the service and maintaining compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements.
• Ensuring continuous improvement and a culture of excellence across all areas of service provision.

Qualifications and Experience:

Applicants must hold:

• A Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent qualification recognised under the Children's Homes Regulations 2015), or be able to demonstrate an equivalent qualification and experience.
• A recognised management qualification at Level 5 (or equivalent).
• Significant experience of managing services for children and young people, with a strong understanding of safeguarding, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance.
• The ability to register with Ofsted as a Registered Manager for Supported Accommodation services for 16 and 17-year-olds.

What We Offer:

• We pay your DBS application fee and reimburse your update service fee
• A generous annual leave package of 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays, rising to 33 days after 5 years of service and 35 days after 10 years of service.
• Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme which gives you the chance to drive a brand-new car for an affordable fixed monthly amount as part of a salary sacrifice initiative. With no deposits or credit checks required a range of all-inclusive driving packages
• Free on-site parking at our offices on One Avenue Road (Aston) and Lifford House (Stirchley). We also provide onsite electric car charging ports which are free to use!
• Full access to our amazing internal employee benefits scheme including, Occupational Health services, Rewards Schemes, Benefits discounts (including the Blue Light Card), Health & Fitness and Personal Wellbeing support and much more!
• Flexible and hybrid working policy - we are well adapted to a hybrid model of working which includes a combination of time spent in the office and at home and we offer a variety of working patterns, to support the needs of the Trust and to ensure a positive work/life balance for our employees
• You will receive a generous local government career average pension scheme in line with the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Discounted gym memberships with Pure Gym and Nuffield Health

Help us to change children and young people’s lives!

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of over 10,000 children and young people in our city every day. Our mission is to support the most disadvantaged children and young people in Birmingham, ensuring they are safe, happy, and healthy.

Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work - be part of a team that makes a real difference in the lives of the city’s most vulnerable children.
• Supportive Environment - enjoy a supportive and collaborative work culture where your contributions are valued.
• Career Development - benefit from tailored development programs, supportive supervision, and a range of learning opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Generous Benefits - take advantage of our competitive reward package including generous leave allowance, Local Government pension scheme, and additional benefits.

Our Values

We approach our work with care and compassion, actively listening to the needs of the children and young people we serve. We involve them in the decisions that affect their lives, ensuring their voices are heard and respected.

We are committed to using our resources wisely, ensuring that every penny is spent where it counts the most. We foster collaboration among schools, health professionals, and the police, working together to create a supportive network for our young people.

We believe that when we work as one cohesive team, the children and young people of Birmingham are more likely to thrive. Our unified approach ensures that we provide the best possible support and opportunities for their growth and development.

Join us and together, we can create a brighter future for all.

Safeguarding

At Birmingham Children’s Trust, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Depending on the role, you may be asked to undergo the appropriate level of Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check to assess your suitability for working with children and young people.

The level of check (Standard, Enhanced, or Enhanced with Barred List) is determined based on the specific responsibilities of the role and the level of contact with children and young people.

We are committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, including those with criminal records. Having a criminal record will not necessarily bar an individual from working with us. This will depend on the nature of the position and the circumstances and background of the offence.

Please note that we reserve the right to close the job early should we reach the required number of applications, therefore please ensure you submit your application and supporting statement early to avoid any disappointment.