This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected provider with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality care. The home has an experienced staff team, established processes, and offers a supportive senior management structure, allowing you to focus on achieving outstanding outcomes for the children in your care.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the home in line with Ofsted regulations and the Children's Homes Regulations 2015.
* Promote a safe, nurturing, and therapeutic environment where young people can thrive.
* Ensure the home consistently delivers high standards of care and positive outcomes.
* Lead, motivate, supervise, and develop the staff team.
* Maintain compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and all regulatory requirements.
* Manage budgets, staffing levels, and occupancy effectively.
* Build positive relationships with local authorities, social workers, families, and external professionals.
* Drive continuous improvement and prepare the home for Ofsted inspections.
* Ensure all care plans, risk assessments, and documentation are completed to a high standard.
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* Previous experience as a Registered Manager or an experienced Deputy Manager ready to step into registration.
* Strong knowledge of the Children's Homes Regulations 2015 and Ofsted requirements.
* Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or be working towards it).
* A proven track record of achieving positive outcomes for children and young people.
* Excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
* A genuine passion for improving the lives of vulnerable children and young people.
* Full UK driving licence
Salary description
£55000.00 - £65000.00 per year