😊We're Hiring: Registered Children’s Home Manager – Derby 😊
Key-Health is recruiting on behalf of a leading provider of residential care for children and young people, renowned for providing high-quality care and consistently scoring as "Good" with OFSTED. We are looking for an experienced Registered Manager to oversee the operations of a children’s home in Derby, supporting young people with complex needs.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead a dedicated team and ensure the highest standard of care for vulnerable children and young people in a high-performing, OFSTED-rated "Good" home.
📍 Location:
* Derby, UK
* Home-based with some on-site requirements and local travel
⏰ Hours:
* 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday (with flexibility for weekends and evenings as needed)
💷 Salary:
* £45,000 to £58,000 per year, depending on experience
🧑⚕️ About the Role:
As the Registered Children’s Home Manager, you will be responsible for:
* Overseeing the daily operations of the children’s home, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with regulatory requirements
* Leading, supporting, and developing a team of care staff to ensure a high level of professional care and guidance
* Acting as the Designated Safeguarding Lead for the home, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the young people
* Modelling best practices in supporting children with challenging behaviours and promoting a positive, safe environment
* Managing budgets, staffing, recruitment, and induction processes
* Collaborating with senior management and external professionals to deliver exceptional care services that contribute to the home’s "Good" OFSTED rating
What We’re Looking For:
* Relevant qualifications in Social Care (Level 3/4 NVQ or equivalent, Level 5 Management Diploma is desirable)
* Experience of managing children’s residential care, particularly with young people with EBD and complex needs (minimum 4 years)
* At least 2 years of care management/supervision experience
* Familiarity with OFSTED inspection the process and Quality Standards
* Strong leadership and supervisory skills, with a focus on team development and conflict resolution
* Excellent communication, reporting & multi-agency collaboration skills
* Ability to manage budgets and resources efficiently
* Commitment to safeguarding, equality, and diversity
* Valid driving license and right to work in the UK
🎁 What’s on Offer:
* 28 days annual leave (excluding Bank Holidays)
* Ongoing training and professional development
* Opportunity to lead and make a positive impact on the lives of young people
* Supportive senior management team and a dynamic, inclusive work culture
* Opportunity to work in an OFSTED-rated "Good" home and contribute to maintaining the high standards
If you're an experienced care leader looking for an impactful role in a high-quality, high-performing children’s home, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join a growing, dedicated team that is committed to providing outstanding care to young people.
📩 Apply today or get in touch for more details.
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