Children's Services Registered Manager
Salary: Up to £50,000 per annum + £5,000 welcome bonus + £5,000 quality and commercial bonus
Location: Lancashire
Home Size: 5-Bed Mixed-Gender Children's Residential Home
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary of up to £50,000 per annum, dependent on experience
£5,000 welcome bonus, subject to successfully completing the Fit Person interview
£5,000 on-target quality and commercial bonus
Management Incentive Plan, offering the opportunity to share in the company's long-term success
Management Development Training Programme
Ongoing development through an in-house Leadership Academy
Competitive pension scheme
Employee Assistance Service
Wellbeing programme
Recommend-a-friend scheme
Team rewards, including discounts on restaurants, family days out and more
Length-of-service awards
Opportunities for career progression within a large care and specialist education organisation
What We're Looking For
A genuine passion for improving the lives of children and young people in residential care
At least two years' experience in a role related to children's residential care, including at least one year in a managerial or supervisory position within the last five years
Level 3 or Level 4 qualification in Children's Residential Care or the Children's Workforce
Level 5 qualification in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare preferred at application stage; if not already achieved, enrolment is required within six months of starting
Understanding of the Children's Homes Quality Standards, SCCIF, Ofsted requirements, childcare legislation and regulatory frameworks
Knowledge of the needs of children with behavioural, emotional and social difficulties, including supporting and managing challenging behaviour
Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
Ability to manage budgets, allocate resources and plan effectively
Confidence in producing clear written reports and communicating professionally with families and external professionals
A full UK driving licence
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Take overall responsibility for the day-to-day management and operation of the 5-bed children's home
Lead the service to achieve and maintain at least a Good Ofsted rating, with the ambition of achieving Outstanding
Develop and oversee individualised care plans that address each young person's educational, social, emotional, cultural, therapeutic and health needs
Recruit, develop and retain a strong staff team in partnership with the recruitment team
Ensure staff complete induction and personal development plans, promoting consistency and familiar faces for the children
Allocate key workers and ensure each young person's care plan is implemented effectively
Establish systems that enable children and young people to express their views and participate in decisions about their care
Maintain high standards of care in line with the Children's Homes Quality Standards and the home's Statement of Purpose
Manage complaints, concerns and child protection matters promptly and appropriately
Work in partnership with parents, carers, social workers and other professionals to promote the welfare and development of young people
Attend and contribute proactively to care planning meetings, reviews and multi-agency discussions
Promote a safe, nurturing and non-judgemental environment where children can develop and reach their potential
Ensure the home is managed effectively in line with budget expectations, including financial planning and resource allocation
Lead, motivate and support the staff team, promoting continuous learning and high-quality practice
Safeguarding: The organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check and provide satisfactory references, alongside the required employment history and information relating to work with children and vulnerable…