We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, and dedicated individual to lead our home, ensuring the welfare, safety, and positive development of the children in our care. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a passionate professional who wishes to make a real difference in children's lives, supported by a strong management and development framework.
Role: Registered Manager
Location: Kirkby in Ashfield
Salary and Bonus Package
* Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 per year
* £5,000 bonus for achieving a Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcome
* Opportunity to work from home on certain days (subject to review after six months)
* Access to a company car after six months
* £2,000 loyalty bonus after one year
* Referral bonus of £1,000 (£250 payable on appointment)
* Spot bonuses of up to £500
After six months in post, we would be open to discussing the option of working from home on
certain days, subject to the needs of the team and the home.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, with some weekend availability
Key Responsibilities:
* Ensure compliance with the Children's Homes Regulations (England) 2015 and
* maintain an Ofsted rating of Good or Outstanding
* Promote children's welfare, safeguarding their wellbeing at all times
* Create a positive physical and emotional environment for children and young people
* Provide personalised care and involve children in decisions affecting their care
* Develop, audit and maintain Care Plans and Risk Assessments for each child
* Lead and supervise the staff team to foster a nurturing culture
* Plan and organise activities, holidays and events based on individual children's
* needs
* Conduct staff supervisions and annual appraisals
* Manage the home's budget and financial records in line with policy
* Ensure upkeep and maintenance of the home's buildings, fixtures and grounds
* Complete all mandatory training during the 6-month probationary period
* Oversee mandatory staff training within statutory timeframes
* Keep the Operations Team updated on safeguarding and compliance issues
* Obtain and retain Ofsted registration and comply with terms of registration
* Maintain registration with the Disclosure and Barring Service via the Update Service
Candidate Requirements:
* Leadership and Team Management - Ability to lead, develop and support a team effectively
* Safeguarding and Child Protection - In-depth knowledge of safeguarding procedures to ensure the safety and welfare of children
* Regulatory Compliance - Strong understanding of Children's Homes Regulations (England) 2015 and maintaining Ofsted standards
* Communication and Interpersonal Skills - Excellent skills to engage effectively with children, staff and external agencies
* Organisation and Attention to Detail - Proficient in managing care plans, risk assessments and operational tasks with precision
* Possess or be prepared to work towards the Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and
Management to become qualified within two years of appointment.
Our recruitment process aims to create and maintain a safe workforce and includes robust
vetting procedures. The successful applicant will be offered a role subject to satisfactory
references and an enhanced DBS check.
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