Residential Children's Manager - Lead Safeguarding

Mayfield Recruitment Services Ltd; Hilcote; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Residential Children's Manager in Derby. The role involves providing high-quality, person-centered care to children and overseeing all aspects of home management. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience, leadership qualifications in health and social care, and a valid driving license. Benefits include a performance bonus and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Performance bonus – £7k+ for meeting KPIs

Annual performance reviews

Career progression

Company events

Qualifications

• 5+ years of recent experience working with children.
• Management experience within a children's setting.
• Clean full driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality care and involvement of children.
• Lead safeguarding and risk management.
• Oversee tailored support for each child's needs.
• Monitor children's outcomes and progress.
• Supervise and develop staff effectively.
• Manage staffing schedules and on-call duties.
• Conduct quality audits and ensure compliance.
• Prepare for inspections and maintain relationships with inspectors.

Skills

Experience with children

Supervisory experience

Leadership in Health and Social Care

Commitment to professional development

Experience with EBD

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership for Health and Social Care

NVQ Level 5 in Health and Social Care

Children and Young People's Workforce level 3 or 4

Job description

A recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Residential Children's Manager in Derby. The role involves providing high-quality, person-centered care to children and overseeing all aspects of home management. Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of experience, leadership qualifications in health and social care, and a valid driving license. Benefits include a performance bonus and opportunities for career progression.