Overview
This organisation is well established, having been operational for a decade and now has five children\'s homes. Each home that has been inspected is rated "Good in all areas", supported by an experienced Responsible Individual with over 14 years in the industry, including managing large children\'s homes for almost half that time. You can expect a collaborative and ambitious culture with plans for growth and development, and managers across the organisation regularly reflect on best practices and support one another.
As a Children\'s Home Registered Manager, you will be the backbone of the home. You will draw on your extensive experience working in children\'s homes to lead a passionate team, ensure smooth operation of the home, deliver excellent care for young people, and strive for Ofsted excellence.
The Successful Children\'s Home Registered Manager Candidate Will Excel At:
Responsibilities
* Running a children\'s home to Good or Outstanding standards, adhering to Ofsted\'s Children\'s Home Act (2015), Quality Standards, and Safeguarding Procedures.
* Managing a staff team, completing supervisions and appraisals, and ensuring trainings are completed in line with Quality Standards.
* Developing and reviewing Ofsted-required paperwork such as care plans, behaviour support plans, risk assessments, and regulated "Reg" reports; attending and engaging in LAC, EHCP, PEP and Pathway Planning meetings and reviews.
* Communicating effectively with young people, colleagues, families, and external professionals.
* Conducting administrative tasks such as health and safety checks, medication audits, rotas, finances, recruitment activities and inductions.
* On-call responsibilities; ensuring the home has your expert advice in out-of-hour crises.
* Minimum of 2+ years\' experience leading a team specifically within a children\'s home environment.
Requirements
* Level 3 or 4 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent).
* Full UK Manual Driving Licence and access to a vehicle.
* An understanding of the SCCIF, Children\'s Home Act (2015), and Quality Standards, the ability to register as a manager with Ofsted, and pass a Fit Person\'s Interview.
* A genuine passion for supporting the well-being and healthy development of young people, as well as for your staff team.
Benefits
* Salary: £55,650 p.a, plus performance bonuses.
* On-Call Rota: Split between 5 Registered Managers - 1 in 5 weekends.
* Holiday: 35 days of paid annual leave, including bank holidays.
* Online Systems: Use of ClearCare package for reporting and recording.
* Specialist Input: Consultation from residential and therapeutic consultants, 1:1 trainings and development.
* Professional Development: Fully funded and accredited Level 5 in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare qualification, paid induction program, and ongoing training opportunities.
* Pathway for promotion: Opportunities for development into Dual-Registration roles based on performance.
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