Role: Registered Children's Home Manager
Location: Bradford, West Yorkshire
Hours: Full Time, Permanent (40 hours per week)
Salary: £53,000 - £60,000 per annum (depending on experience)
What will you be doing?
- Taking overall responsibility for the leadership, management and development of a 6-bed therapeutic children's residential home.
- Registering with Ofsted and ensuring the home operates in line with the Children's Homes (England) Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards.
- Creating a safe, nurturing and therapeutic environment that promotes positive outcomes for children and young people.
- Leading, motivating and developing a team of residential support workers, seniors and deputies to deliver outstanding care.
- Ensuring safeguarding remains at the heart of all practice and that concerns are managed appropriately and effectively.
- Managing staffing, recruitment, supervision, training and performance management.
- Monitoring and maintaining quality assurance processes, audits and compliance standards across the service.
- Building effective relationships with local authorities, placing authorities, social workers, families, education providers and other professionals.
- Managing referrals, admissions and placement matching to ensure the needs of young people can be successfully met.
- Overseeing budgets and resources to ensure the effective operation of the home.
- Championing a trauma-informed and therapeutic approach to support children with complex emotional and behavioural needs.
- Driving continuous improvement and striving towards achieving and maintaining a Good or Outstanding Ofsted rating.
Experience/Qualifications Required:
- Minimum Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or working towards).
- Previous experience as a Registered Manager, Deputy Manager or Senior Manager within a children's residential setting.
- Strong knowledge of Ofsted regulations, safeguarding legislation and children's residential care standards.
- Experience supporting children and young people with EBD, trauma, attachment difficulties and complex needs.
- Proven ability to lead, motivate and develop high-performing teams.
- Excellent communication, organisational and leadership skills.
- Experience managing budgets, compliance and operational performance.
- Full UK Driving Licence with access to a vehicle.
- Enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory employment references.
Benefits
- Competitive salary of £53,000 - £60,000 per annum.
- Performance-related bonus scheme.
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
- Support towards further qualifications and career progression.
- Generous annual leave entitlement.
- Company pension scheme.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Access to therapeutic and clinical support networks.
- Opportunity to lead and develop a high-quality therapeutic service making a genuine difference to children's lives.
Childrens Registered Manager in Bradford employer: ACS Recruitment Solutions Ltd Careers
As a Registered Children’s Home Manager in Birmingham, you will join a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional care for children with emotional and behavioural difficulties. Our organisation fosters a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth through ongoing training and mentorship, ensuring you have the tools to lead effectively and make a meaningful impact. With competitive salaries and a focus on creating a nurturing environment for both staff and children, we offer a rewarding career path where your contributions truly matter.
Contact Details:
ACS Recruitment Solutions Ltd Careers Recruitment Team
