To provide effective and inspirational leadership for a residential children’s home, ensuring the delivery of high-quality care to children and young people with social, emotional, and behavioural difficulties (SEMH). The Registered Manager is responsible for compliance, operational management, staff development, and positive outcomes for all Children residing in our home.
Our Values and Ways of Working
We expect our leaders to act professionally, respectfully, and with integrity at all times — taking responsibility for their own performance and supporting others to succeed. Our leaders are approachable, reflective, and take pride in how they represent themselves, their teams, the organisation, and the children in our care.
We value passionate, dependable leadership that inspires others through a positive attitude, accountability, and consistency. Our leaders empower individuals to grow, encourage innovation and initiative, and remain resilient and open to learning.
We work collaboratively and without hierarchy or game-playing, valuing different perspectives, challenging ideas constructively, and celebrating success together. Trust, clear communication, and mutual respect underpin everything we do.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Management
* Lead and support the senior management team to ensure the home operates effectively and meets all quality standards.
* Line manage staff with delegated responsibilities, providing mentorship, supervision, and professional development.
* Promote a positive staff culture that encourages engagement, motivation, and adherence to company values.
* Ensure statutory and mandatory training is completed and monitored, exceeding national standards where possible.
Operational Performance
* Manage all aspects of staffing, including recruitment, deployment of permanent, bank, and agency staff, and workforce planning.
* Oversee referrals, admissions, and care practices to meet young people’s individual needs.
* Ensure administrative and electronic systems are used effectively to maintain accurate records and reporting standards.
* Deliver the service within agreed budget and occupancy targets, supporting continuous business improvement.
* Contribute to strategic planning, forward vision, and service development plans with the Regional Manager.
Quality Assurance & Compliance
* Ensure the service complies with all statutory, regulatory, and contractual obligations.
* Monitor and audit care provision against nationally agreed standards, Ofsted requirements, and regional Local Authority guidelines.
* Ensure detailed assessments, care plans, risk assessments, and activity programmes are in place and regularly reviewed.
* Investigate incidents, complaints, and allegations following established procedures; act as an investigating officer and represent management on disciplinary panels.
Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with Local Authorities, LADO, Ofsted inspectors, and other professionals.
* Represent our home positively to external stakeholders, ensuring the reputation of the service is maintained and enhanced.
* Ensure our home operates within budget and achieves financial targets.
* Monitor and manage petty cash, temporary cover, and agency usage to meet operational demands safely and efficiently.
Health, Safety & Safeguarding
* Fulfil responsibilities under Health & Safety legislation to ensure a safe environment for children and staff.
* Promote safeguarding practices, ensuring all staff understand their responsibilities and act appropriately.
* Keep up to date with changes in legislation, research, and best practice in childcare and SEMH.
* Disseminate relevant information to the staff team and implement improvements in practice.
* Ensure our home provides a child-centred and child‑focussed environment, supporting integrated care and education practices.
Other Duties
* Carry out all duties in accordance with company policies and procedures, including health and safety, equal opportunities, and child protection.
* Undertake any other duties reasonably required to ensure the safe and successful running of the home.
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