Therapeutic Children's Home Manager (Trauma-Informed)

Keys; St Albans; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Welcome bonus £5k

Annual bonus 21%

Pension scheme

Life assurance

DBS cost covered

Training & development

Job summary

Keys Group in St Albans is seeking a Registered Manager for a Children's Residential Home that supports up to 4 young people. You will be backed by a Regional Manager and Director, with access to a clinical and specialist advisory network to guide care decisions.

The role requires leadership of a therapeutic, trauma-informed home, safeguarding, and service development. A Level 5 Diploma plus 2 years supervisory experience in Children’s Residential are essential, along with a valid driving

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a supervisory role within Children’s Residential.
• Level 5 Diploma in leadership for Health and Social Care services (Children and Young People’s management).
• Experience working with trauma within Children and Young People.
• Knowledge of legislation and safeguarding: The Children Act 1989 and home regulations.
• Some experience with budgets and financial management.
• Full driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead a therapeutic & trauma-informed children’s home.
• Build and develop a high-performing care team.
• Deliver outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
• Drive safeguarding, quality and compliance.
• Create a positive, child-centred and inclusive culture.
• Manage operational performance, budgets and service development.
• Coach and develop future leaders within the team.
• Collaborate with central teams and Clinical Advisors.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Trauma-informed care

Safeguarding knowledge

Budget management

Driving licence

Education

Level 5 Diploma in leadership for Health and Social Care services (Children and Young People’s management)

Job description

Keys Group in St Albans is seeking a Registered Manager for a Children's Residential Home that supports up to 4 young people. You will be backed by a Regional Manager and Director, with access to a clinical and specialist advisory network to guide care decisions.

The role requires leadership of a therapeutic, trauma-informed home, safeguarding, and service development. A Level 5 Diploma plus 2 years supervisory experience in Children’s Residential are essential, along with a valid driving