Dual Registered Children’s Home Manager
Location: Ormskirk L39 and Stockport PR8
Salary: from £50,000
Service: 2 Bed EBD home and Solo EBD home
Benefits
* Competitive salary starting from £50,000 per annum.
* Opportunity to lead and develop a relatively new children’s residential home.
* Small home environment with a 2‑bed and a solo home, allowing for focused and individualised care.
* Supportive senior leadership team within a growing organisation.
* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
* The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
* Career progression opportunities within an expanding provider.
Successful Candidate Requirements
* Previous experience managing a children’s residential home.
* Registered Manager status or eligibility to register with Ofsted.
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or willingness to complete if required).
* Strong knowledge of relevant childcare legislation, safeguarding procedures, and Ofsted regulations.
* Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop high‑performing teams.
* Experience working with children and young people with EBD and complex needs.
* Excellent communication, organisational, and leadership skills.
* Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively.
* Full UK driving licence.
Key Responsibilities
* Oversee the day‑to‑day management and operation of the children’s home, ensuring full compliance with Ofsted regulations and statutory requirements.
* Provide strong leadership and direction to the staff team, promoting a positive and therapeutic care environment.
* Ensure the home’s Statement of Purpose is implemented and upheld at all times.
* Recruit, supervise, support, and develop staff through regular supervisions, appraisals, training, and performance management.
* Manage staffing levels and resource planning to ensure safe and effective service delivery.
* Lead investigations and address any concerns relating to staff conduct, safeguarding, or service quality.
* Work collaboratively with local authorities, education providers, healthcare professionals, and other external agencies to achieve the best outcomes for young people.
* Develop and implement individual care plans, risk assessments, and support strategies.
* Monitor and manage budgets, ensuring financial performance remains within agreed parameters.
* Promote positive outcomes for young people, supporting their emotional wellbeing, education, independence, and successful integration into the community.
* Drive continuous improvement and maintain high standards of care across both registered services.
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