Residential Manager

JM Workforce Services; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading social care recruitment agency is seeking a Registered Children’s Home Manager in Birmingham. This position involves overseeing the management and operations of a residential children’s home while ensuring a high standard of care and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar role, excellent leadership capabilities, and a commitment to safeguarding children. This role offers a salary between £50,000 to £60,000 annually depending on experience, alongside bonuses and private healthcare.

Benefits

Ofsted Judgement bonuses

Private Healthcare

On-call bonuses

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Registered Manager within a residential children’s home setting.
• Consistent Good or Outstanding Ofsted Judgements.
• Sound knowledge of Ofsted legislation and best practices in childcare.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the residential children’s home to ensure standards of care.
• Lead and manage a dedicated team, providing guidance and support.
• Develop and implement individual care and behaviour plans for children.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation and regulations.
• Manage budgets and administrative tasks efficiently.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of Ofsted legislation

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare

Job description

JM Workforce Services are currently working with a Children’s Social Care provider, with an experienced and respected Directorship and RI already in place based in Birmingham, to recruit a Registered Children’s Home Manager.

We are looking for a motivated and ambitious Registered Manager to lead a residential children’s home in Birmingham. The Registered Manager will oversee the overall management and operation of the home, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, fostering a positive culture, and providing strong leadership to the staff team.

Compensation and Benefits

• £50,000 - £60,000 (dependent on experience)

• Ofsted Judgement bonuses

• Private Healthcare

• On-call bonuses

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the residential children’s home, ensuring the highest standards of care and support are maintained.

• Lead, inspire, and manage a dedicated team of staff, providing supervision, guidance, and support.

• Develop and implement individual care and behaviour plans, along with risk assessments for each child, ensuring their needs are effectively met.

• Maintain effective communication with children, families, external agencies, and professionals involved in their care.

• Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, regulations, and safeguarding procedures.

• Manage budgets, resources, and administrative tasks efficiently.

• Promote a positive and inclusive environment that values diversity and respects the rights of children and young people.

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of service delivery, implementing improvements as necessary.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Registered Manager within a residential children’s home setting.

• Consistent Good or Outstanding Ofsted Judgements

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

• Sound knowledge of Ofsted legislation, regulations, and best practices in childcare.

• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Schedule

• Monday to Friday

• Weekend availability

Licence/Certification

• Driving Licence (preferred)

• DBS (preferred)

JM Workforce Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. A thorough background check will be conducted as part of the hiring process.