There is also a £2k Car allowance included in the £48.202 starting salary/.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Home Management
* Act as the registered Children’s Home Registered Manager for the service
* Hold full operational and strategic responsibility for the home
* Maintain continuity within an established team and placement set-up
* Ensure staffing, rotas and on-call arrangements meet the needs of the home
* Lead on Ofsted inspections and regulatory compliance
Care Quality & Safeguarding
* Ensure high-quality, child-focused care is delivered consistently
* Promote a safe, nurturing and structured environment for young people
* Safeguard and promote the welfare of all children in placement
* Ensure care plans, risk assessments and behaviour support strategies are implemented effectively
* Maintain full compliance with Children’s Homes Regulations and safeguarding standards
Essential Criteria
* Experience working within Children’s Residential Homes
* Minimum 2-3 years’ experience in a senior role (Deputy Manager or above)
* Proven leadership experience managing residential childcare teams
* Strong knowledge of:
* Children’s Homes Regulations
* Ofsted frameworks and inspection standards
* Safeguarding and child protection procedures
* Level 3 Diploma in Residential Childcare (or equivalent)
* Hold or be working towards Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management
* Experience of maintaining or contributing to Good or Outstanding Ofsted outcomes
Salary description
£48202.00 - £53403.00 per year
